10 Questions
Which artist prepared a series of prints visualizing his dream of a world made up of 'democratic and social Republics'?
Frédéric Sorrieu
Which female figure is personified as Liberty in the artist's vision?
Liberty holding the torch of Enlightenment and the Charter of the Rights of Man
In the first print of the series, who is depicted marching in a long train and paying homage to the statue of Liberty?
People of Europe and America of all ages and social classes
In Sorrieu's utopian vision, how are the peoples of the world identified?
Distinct nations identified through their flags and national costumes
How many people approximately live in India?
Over 1.3 billion
Who were leading the procession past the statue of Liberty in Sorrieu's print?
United States and Switzerland, which were already nation-states at that time
What is the rank of India's economy by nominal GDP?
Sixth-largest
What is highlighted as India's soft power in the text?
Cultural heritage and contributions to science, technology, and art
What is mentioned as one of India's challenges in the text?
Poverty and infrastructure development needs
Which organizations does the text mention India's role in?
United Nations and G20
Study Notes
- The text is titled "India and the Contemporary World".
- It discusses various aspects of India's role and influence in the contemporary world.
- The text mentions the Indian economy, which is the world's sixth-largest economy by nominal GDP and the third-largest by purchasing power parity.
- India is also the world's most populous democracy, with over 1.3 billion people.
- The text discusses India's diplomatic efforts, including its role in multilateral organizations like the United Nations and the G20.
- India's soft power, such as its rich cultural heritage and its contributions to science, technology, and art, are also highlighted.
- The text discusses India's challenges, including its large population, poverty, and infrastructure development needs.
- India's relations with other countries, such as the United States, China, and the European Union, are also discussed.
- The text mentions India's military capabilities, including its nuclear arsenal and its role in regional security.
- The text concludes by stating that India's influence in the contemporary world is growing and that it is a force to be reckoned with.
Test your knowledge of the nationalist movements in Europe in 1848, as illustrated by the series of prints by the French artist Frédéric Sorrieu. Learn about the visual representation of his dream of a world composed of democratic and social Republics.
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