Which of the following statements about the French Revolution are correct?(i) After the end of the French Revolution it was proclaimed that it was the people who would henceforth constitute the nation and shape its destiny.(ii) France will have a constitutional monarchy and the new republic will be headed by a member of the royal family.(iii) A centralised administrative system will be put in place to formulate uniform laws for all citizens.(iv) Imposition of internal custom duties and dues will continue to exist in France.

THE RISE OF NATIONALISM IN EUROPE

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Which of the following statements about the ‘French Revolution’ are correct?(i) After the end of the French Revolution it was proclaimed that it was the people who would henceforth constitute the nation and shape its destiny.(ii) France will have a constitutional monarchy and the new republic will be headed by a member of the royal family.(iii) A centralised administrative system will be put in place to formulate uniform laws for all citizens.(iv) Imposition of internal custom duties and dues will continue to exist in France.

A	(ii) and (iii)
B	(ii) and (iv)
C	(i) and (iii)
D	(iii) and (iv)

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -The correct answer is I and iii. In 1789 France was the most populated nation in Europe and had been growing in wealth and prestige since the time of Louis XIV.

Detailed explanation-2: -The correct answer is option 1 i.e A and B only. French revolution: The French Revolution began in 1789 and ended in the late 1790s with the ascent of Napoleon Bonaparte. Abolition of feudalism, creation of equality were very important changes that took place in France.

Detailed explanation-3: -Despite a series of military victories, many won by Napoleon Bonaparte, political divisions and economic stagnation resulted in the Directory being replaced by the Consulate in November 1799. This is generally seen as marking the end of the Revolutionary period.

Detailed explanation-4: -The most concrete results of the French revolution was achieved in 1789-1791, when land was freed and the old corporate society was destroyed. The “abolition of feudalism” promoted individualism but probably slowed the growth of a capitalistic economy.

Detailed explanation-5: -Louis XVI finally recognised the National Assembly and accepted the constitution. On 4th August, 1789, France passed the law for abolishing the feudal system of obligations and taxes. The member of clergy were also forced to give up their privileges. Tithes were abolished and lands owned by the Church were confiscated.

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