How did the combined process of nationalism and imperialism prepare the background for the First World War?
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Correct answer: It linked ethnic demands with military rivalry among great powers
Nationalism encouraged ethnic communities to demand self-rule and sometimes territory, while imperialism made great powers compete for influence and strategic advantage. In the Balkans, local disputes could therefore attract the support or opposition of rival states and become linked to military alliances. This combination increased the likelihood of a general war. Option A is correct; B, C, and D describe the opposite of the historical trend.
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It linked ethnic demands with military rivalry among great powers
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Nationalism encouraged ethnic communities to demand self-rule and sometimes territory, while imperialism made great powers compete for influence and strategic advantage. In the Balkans, local disputes could therefore attract the support or opposition of rival states and become linked to military alliances. This combination increased the likelihood of a general war. Option A is correct; B, C, and D describe the opposite of the historical trend.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 Social Science question. Chapter: The Age of Industrialisation. Topic: Nationalism and Imperialism.
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