The Rise of Nationalism in Europe

Question

Explain what is meant by the 1848 revolution of the liberals. What were the political, social and economic ideas supported by the liberals?

 

 

Answer

Parallel to the revolts of the poor, unemployed and starving peasants and workers in many European countries in the year 1848, a revolution led by the educated middle class was undertaken. The revolution of 1848 had brought about the abdiction of the monarch and e republic based on universal male suffrage had been proclaimed.

(i)They wanted to create a nation-state on parlimentary principles- a constitution, freedom of the press and freedom of association.

(ii) The extention of universal adult franchise to the women.

(iii) The removal of sefdom and bonded labour.

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