Why were both diplomacy and war important in Bismarck's policy?
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Correct answer: Because he had to gain support and defeat opponents
Bismarck followed a pragmatic policy often described as “blood and iron.” Diplomacy helped Prussia secure alliances, isolate opponents and create favourable conditions, while carefully chosen wars against Denmark, Austria and France removed major obstacles to unity. The combination, rather than either method alone, enabled Prussia to lead the German states toward empire. Thus option C gives the correct reason.
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Because he had to gain support and defeat opponents
Why is this the correct answer?
Bismarck followed a pragmatic policy often described as “blood and iron.” Diplomacy helped Prussia secure alliances, isolate opponents and create favourable conditions, while carefully chosen wars against Denmark, Austria and France removed major obstacles to unity. The combination, rather than either method alone, enabled Prussia to lead the German states toward empire. Thus option C gives the correct reason.
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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