What was the biggest political result of defeating Austria in German unification?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Prussia's claim to German leadership became stronger.
Austria was Prussia's main rival for leadership over the German states. Prussia's victory in the Austro-Prussian War of 1866 excluded Austria from the emerging German political arrangement and allowed Prussia to organise the North German Confederation. Consequently, Prussia's leadership became dominant, making option A correct. The other options either concern Italy, reverse the result, or name a person who never became German emperor.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Prussia's claim to German leadership became stronger.
Why is this the correct answer?
Austria was Prussia's main rival for leadership over the German states. Prussia's victory in the Austro-Prussian War of 1866 excluded Austria from the emerging German political arrangement and allowed Prussia to organise the North German Confederation. Consequently, Prussia's leadership became dominant, making option A correct. The other options either concern Italy, reverse the result, or name a person who never became German emperor.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 Social Science question. Chapter: The Age of Industrialisation. Topic: The Making of Germany and Italy.
