Why is it incomplete to call Weimar democracy only weak?
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Correct answer: Because it also established broad franchise and representative institutions
The Weimar Republic had serious weaknesses, including unstable coalition governments under proportional representation and the President's emergency powers under Article 48. However, its constitution also provided civil rights, broad franchise and elected representative institutions. Calling it only weak therefore ignores its democratic achievements. Option B is wrong because Weimar did have a written constitution. Exam tip: mention both an achievement and a weakness of Weimar democracy.
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Because it also established broad franchise and representative institutions
Why is this the correct answer?
The Weimar Republic had serious weaknesses, including unstable coalition governments under proportional representation and the President's emergency powers under Article 48. However, its constitution also provided civil rights, broad franchise and elected representative institutions. Calling it only weak therefore ignores its democratic achievements. Option B is wrong because Weimar did have a written constitution. Exam tip: mention both an achievement and a weakness of Weimar democracy.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 9 History question. Chapter: Nazism and the Rise of Hitler. Topic: Birth of the Weimar Republic.
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