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What did liberals want in society?
What was the main political stance of radicals compared to liberals?
Radicals wanted government based on the majority and supported women's suffrage.
Liberals believed in universal adult franchise.
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Conservatives were generally opposed to the idea of ______ before the eighteenth century.
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Which group opposed the privileges of great landowners and wealthy factory owners?
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Who were some historical figures that discussed the significance of the French Revolution in India?
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The revolution in Russia led socialism to become one of the most significant ideas to shape society in the ______ century.
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Study Notes
The Age of Social Change
- The French Revolution prompted discussions about freedom and equality, influencing societal structures across Europe.
- Pre-eighteenth century society was hierarchical, dominated by the aristocracy and church, controlling economic and social power.
- The revolution sparked the idea of changing society, attracting thinkers in Europe and Asia, like Raja Rammohan Roy and Derozio.
- Responses to societal change varied widely, from conservatives advocating gradual shifts to liberals and radicals seeking significant restructuring.
- Political labels such as ‘conservatives,’ ‘liberals,’ and ‘radicals’ have historically varied in meaning and context.
Socialism in Europe and the Russian Revolution
- The Russian Revolution symbolized a radical attempt at societal transformation, leading to socialism's rise as a powerful idea in the twentieth century.
Liberals, Radicals, and Conservatives
- Liberals sought a secular nation that tolerated all religions and opposed autocratic rulers, advocating for representative elected governments.
- They aimed to protect individual rights but did not support universal suffrage, favoring property owners as eligible voters and excluding women from voting.
- Radicals desired a government reflecting the majority of the population's will, actively supporting women’s suffrage and opposing the privileges of landowners and wealthy factory owners.
- While radicals acknowledged private property, they resisted its concentration in the hands of a few.
- Conservatives were traditionally resistant to change but became more open-minded post-French Revolution, recognizing that some changes were necessary while prioritizing historical and traditional values.
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Explore the significant social changes and ideas that emerged in Europe during the Age of Social Change, particularly influenced by the French Revolution. This quiz delves into the concepts of socialism and the Russian Revolution, highlighting their impact on society. Test your understanding of these pivotal historical events.
