Question
State the main factors that helped in the growth of Nation-States in Europe.
Solution
The main factors that helped in the growth of Nation-States in Europe were the following:
1. The decline of feudalism reduced the power of the feudal lords. It enables the strong rulers together the absolute power in their hands.
2. The middle class traders and merchants supported their rulers who would protect their trade interest.
3. The growth of National language and the vast literature also helped in the growth of Nation-States.
4. The Reformation Movement deprived the Pope and the clergy of their privileges. As a result, the national churches which were established in many countries, also helped in the establishment of the Nation-States.
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