Why did people of the new middle class want political change?
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Correct answer: They wanted civil rights and representation
The new middle class included educated professionals, merchants and industrial groups whose economic importance was growing. They opposed inherited privileges and arbitrary government because they wanted equality before law, civil liberties and a voice in making policies. Thus option A is correct. Unlimited royal power, ending trade or stopping education would contradict their liberal interests.
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They wanted civil rights and representation
Why is this the correct answer?
The new middle class included educated professionals, merchants and industrial groups whose economic importance was growing. They opposed inherited privileges and arbitrary government because they wanted equality before law, civil liberties and a voice in making policies. Thus option A is correct. Unlimited royal power, ending trade or stopping education would contradict their liberal interests.
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 Nationalism in Europe (Aristocracy, New Middle Class, Liberal Nationalism).
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