8.1 Krishnaji aimed to share important information about social progress in fields like politics, science, and other areas to keep the public aware and informed. 8.2 Local newspapers and political groups played a major role in reviewing and questioning government actions. Thus, they functioned as thRead more
8.1 Krishnaji aimed to share important information about social progress in fields like politics, science, and other areas to keep the public aware and informed.
8.2 Local newspapers and political groups played a major role in reviewing and questioning government actions. Thus, they functioned as the government’s main critics and opposition.
8.3 Reasons behind the growing popularity of newspapers in the 19th century were:
i. Political changes in the nation began to attract public interest, and newspapers effectively communicated this information to readers.
ii. Newspapers became a key medium for spreading awareness about social, cultural, and scientific developments.
The Bourbon monarchy, removed during the French Revolution, was reinstated in France, and the country had to give up all territories it had captured under Napoleon’s rule. To curb future French expansion, several buffer states were created around France. The kingdom of the Netherlands (including BelRead more
The Bourbon monarchy, removed during the French Revolution, was reinstated in France, and the country had to give up all territories it had captured under Napoleon’s rule.
To curb future French expansion, several buffer states were created around France. The kingdom of the Netherlands (including Belgium) arose in the north, and Genoa was merged with Piedmont in the south.
Prussia received new and strategically important territories on its western borders, while Austria gained control over regions in northern Italy.
The German Confederation of 39 states, originally formed by Napoleon, was retained. In Eastern Europe, Russia acquired a portion of Poland, and Prussia obtained part of Saxony.
The overall goal of these arrangements was to restore pre-Napoleonic monarchies and establish a conservative political order throughout Europe to maintain stability and balance of power.
Chinese pottery, along with textiles and spices from India and Southeast Asia, also moved through the Silk Route. In exchange, valuable metals like gold and silver were carried from Europe to Asian regions. Trade was closely linked with cultural exchange. From India, Buddhism spread to several partsRead more
Chinese pottery, along with textiles and spices from India and Southeast Asia, also moved through the Silk Route. In exchange, valuable metals like gold and silver were carried from Europe to Asian regions.
Trade was closely linked with cultural exchange. From India, Buddhism spread to several parts of Asia through the connecting paths of the Silk Routes, promoting spiritual and cultural ties.
Early Christian missionaries used this route to travel toward Asia, and centuries later, Muslim scholars and preachers followed the same path to spread their faith.
Louise-Sébastien Mercier’s statement “Tremble, therefore, tyrants of the world!” referred to absolutist institutions such as the monarchy and the church, which controlled society and suppressed free thought. Mercier believed that the printing press empowered writers to spread revolutionary and ratioRead more
Louise-Sébastien Mercier’s statement “Tremble, therefore, tyrants of the world!” referred to absolutist institutions such as the monarchy and the church, which controlled society and suppressed free thought. Mercier believed that the printing press empowered writers to spread revolutionary and rational ideas that could challenge oppressive rulers. These printed works awakened people’s consciousness and questioned absolute power, making kings and clergy fear the growing influence of new knowledge. Correct option – B.
In the 19th century, Europe faced severe poverty, famines, deadly diseases, and unemployment, leading thousands to migrate to America in search of better living conditions. Rapid population growth, industrial changes, and political instability created widespread hardship. America offered new farmlanRead more
In the 19th century, Europe faced severe poverty, famines, deadly diseases, and unemployment, leading thousands to migrate to America in search of better living conditions. Rapid population growth, industrial changes, and political instability created widespread hardship. America offered new farmland, jobs, and economic freedom. Thus, people fled Europe hoping for prosperity and security for their families. Correct option – A. Widespread poverty and deadly diseases.
Why Newspapers? Krishnaji Trimbuck Ranade inhabitant of Poona intends to publish a Newspaper in the Marathi Language with a view of affording useful information on every topic of local interest. It will be open for free discussion on subjects of general utility, scientific investigation and the speculations connected with the antiquities, statistics, curiosities, history and geography of the country and of the Deccan especially… the patronage and support of all interested in the diffusion of knowledge and Welfare of the People is earnestly solicited. The task of the native newspapers and political associations is identical to the role of the Opposition in the House of Commons in Parliament in England. That is to critically examine government policy to suggest improvements, by removing those parts that will not be to the benefit of the people, and also by ensuring speedy implementation. These associations ought to carefully study the particular issues, gather diverse relevant information on the nation as well as on what are the possible and desirable improvements, and this will surely earn it considerable influence. 8.1. Explain the main reason for publishing newspapers by Krishna ji. 8.2. How was the task of native newspaper and political association seen identical to the role of the opposition? 8.3. Analyze the reasons for the popularity of newspapers during the 19th century.
8.1 Krishnaji aimed to share important information about social progress in fields like politics, science, and other areas to keep the public aware and informed. 8.2 Local newspapers and political groups played a major role in reviewing and questioning government actions. Thus, they functioned as thRead more
8.1 Krishnaji aimed to share important information about social progress in fields like politics, science, and other areas to keep the public aware and informed.
8.2 Local newspapers and political groups played a major role in reviewing and questioning government actions. Thus, they functioned as the government’s main critics and opposition.
8.3 Reasons behind the growing popularity of newspapers in the 19th century were:
See lessi. Political changes in the nation began to attract public interest, and newspapers effectively communicated this information to readers.
ii. Newspapers became a key medium for spreading awareness about social, cultural, and scientific developments.
The Treaty of Vienna was drawn up in 1815 with the object of undoing most of the changes that had come about in Europe during the Napoleonic wars.’ Highlight the significant provisions of this treaty.
The Bourbon monarchy, removed during the French Revolution, was reinstated in France, and the country had to give up all territories it had captured under Napoleon’s rule. To curb future French expansion, several buffer states were created around France. The kingdom of the Netherlands (including BelRead more
- The Bourbon monarchy, removed during the French Revolution, was reinstated in France, and the country had to give up all territories it had captured under Napoleon’s rule.
- To curb future French expansion, several buffer states were created around France. The kingdom of the Netherlands (including Belgium) arose in the north, and Genoa was merged with Piedmont in the south.
- Prussia received new and strategically important territories on its western borders, while Austria gained control over regions in northern Italy.
- The German Confederation of 39 states, originally formed by Napoleon, was retained. In Eastern Europe, Russia acquired a portion of Poland, and Prussia obtained part of Saxony.
- The overall goal of these arrangements was to restore pre-Napoleonic monarchies and establish a conservative political order throughout Europe to maintain stability and balance of power.
See less“The Silk route was a good example of vibrant pre-modern trade and cultural links between distant parts of the world.” Explain the statement with any two examples.
Chinese pottery, along with textiles and spices from India and Southeast Asia, also moved through the Silk Route. In exchange, valuable metals like gold and silver were carried from Europe to Asian regions. Trade was closely linked with cultural exchange. From India, Buddhism spread to several partsRead more
- Chinese pottery, along with textiles and spices from India and Southeast Asia, also moved through the Silk Route. In exchange, valuable metals like gold and silver were carried from Europe to Asian regions.
- Trade was closely linked with cultural exchange. From India, Buddhism spread to several parts of Asia through the connecting paths of the Silk Routes, promoting spiritual and cultural ties.
- Early Christian missionaries used this route to travel toward Asia, and centuries later, Muslim scholars and preachers followed the same path to spread their faith.
See lessLouise-Sebastien Mercier proclaimed “Tremble, therefore, tyrants of the world! Tremble before the virtual writer!” Who are referred to as the tyrants in this context?
Louise-Sébastien Mercier’s statement “Tremble, therefore, tyrants of the world!” referred to absolutist institutions such as the monarchy and the church, which controlled society and suppressed free thought. Mercier believed that the printing press empowered writers to spread revolutionary and ratioRead more
Louise-Sébastien Mercier’s statement “Tremble, therefore, tyrants of the world!” referred to absolutist institutions such as the monarchy and the church, which controlled society and suppressed free thought. Mercier believed that the printing press empowered writers to spread revolutionary and rational ideas that could challenge oppressive rulers. These printed works awakened people’s consciousness and questioned absolute power, making kings and clergy fear the growing influence of new knowledge. Correct option – B.
See lessThousands of people fled Europe for America in the 19th century due to –
In the 19th century, Europe faced severe poverty, famines, deadly diseases, and unemployment, leading thousands to migrate to America in search of better living conditions. Rapid population growth, industrial changes, and political instability created widespread hardship. America offered new farmlanRead more
In the 19th century, Europe faced severe poverty, famines, deadly diseases, and unemployment, leading thousands to migrate to America in search of better living conditions. Rapid population growth, industrial changes, and political instability created widespread hardship. America offered new farmland, jobs, and economic freedom. Thus, people fled Europe hoping for prosperity and security for their families. Correct option – A. Widespread poverty and deadly diseases.
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