Why was the Austro-Prussian War of 1866 decisive for German unification?
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Correct answer: It made Prussia the leading power among German states
The Austro-Prussian War settled the long rivalry between the two strongest powers in the German world. Prussia defeated Austria at Königgrätz, excluded it from German affairs and then organised the North German Confederation under Prussian leadership. This created the political framework for later unification in 1871. The war did not place Germany under France, eliminate Italy, or transfer complete power to liberals, so A is unambiguous.
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It made Prussia the leading power among German states
Why is this the correct answer?
The Austro-Prussian War settled the long rivalry between the two strongest powers in the German world. Prussia defeated Austria at Königgrätz, excluded it from German affairs and then organised the North German Confederation under Prussian leadership. This created the political framework for later unification in 1871. The war did not place Germany under France, eliminate Italy, or transfer complete power to liberals, so A is unambiguous.
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.
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