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What event in 1866 led to a change in the Tsar's policies?
What event in 1866 led to a change in the Tsar's policies?
A former student called Karakazov narrowly missed the Tsar with a pistol shot, which led to conservatives pressing Alexander to put a halt to reforms and reverse them.
How did the Tsar's reforms and relaxation affect the political climate in Russia?
How did the Tsar's reforms and relaxation affect the political climate in Russia?
The Tsar's reforms and relaxation led to disruption and increasing demands he was not prepared to meet, as well as giving reason and scope for dissident and radical groups to work against the autocracy.
What impact did the death of the Tsar's favorite son have on him?
What impact did the death of the Tsar's favorite son have on him?
The death of his favorite son, Nicholas, affected the Tsar emotionally and may have influenced his policies and decisions.
What was the initial reaction of the more enlightened members of Russian society to the reforms initiated by the Tsar?
What was the initial reaction of the more enlightened members of Russian society to the reforms initiated by the Tsar?
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Why did the conservatives press Alexander to reverse the reforms?
Why did the conservatives press Alexander to reverse the reforms?
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