Which point linked with the Estates-General outbreak shows procedural weakness of the Old Regime?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Each Estate had one vote, so the two privileged Estates could outvote the Third Estate
Under the Old Regime, voting in the Estates-General was by Estate, not by individual members. The privileged First and Second Estates could combine to defeat the Third Estate by 2 votes to 1, although the Third Estate represented most of the population. This procedural rule created a political conflict, leading the Third Estate to demand voting by head. Exam tip: clearly distinguish voting by Estate from voting by individual.
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Each Estate had one vote, so the two privileged Estates could outvote the Third Estate
Why is this the correct answer?
Under the Old Regime, voting in the Estates-General was by Estate, not by individual members. The privileged First and Second Estates could combine to defeat the Third Estate by 2 votes to 1, although the Third Estate represented most of the population. This procedural rule created a political conflict, leading the Third Estate to demand voting by head. Exam tip: clearly distinguish voting by Estate from voting by individual.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 9 History question. Chapter: The French Revolution. Topic: The Outbreak of the Revolution.
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