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The Cold War Era

Question
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Why was the end of the Second World War considered to be the beginning of Cold War? Explain. 

Solution

Factors responsible for the beginning of Cold War.

i) Emergence of USSR as the most powerful country.
ii) Use of Atom Bombs by USA against Japan.
iii) Ideological rivalry between the two super powers.
iv) The two super powers were keen on expanding their spheres.
v) Use of Nuclear power raised many questions and comments like why did USA drop Bombs?
vi) Bombing the two cities of Japan.
vii) Some viewed that the US action was intended to stop the Soviet Union from making political and military gains.
viii) It was necessary to end the war quickly.