Why was open flow of information a threat to the old order?
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Correct answer: Because people no longer had to depend on controlled information
Open circulation of information allowed people to learn about criticism of the government and new ideas such as equality and rights through newspapers, pamphlets and public discussion. This weakened the old control over information exercised by the monarchy and the Church, making it a threat to the old order. Option B is the opposite: revolutionary changes reduced censorship rather than increasing royal control. Exam tip: link freedom of information with the spread of ideas and criticism of absolute rule.
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Because people no longer had to depend on controlled information
Why is this the correct answer?
Open circulation of information allowed people to learn about criticism of the government and new ideas such as equality and rights through newspapers, pamphlets and public discussion. This weakened the old control over information exercised by the monarchy and the Church, making it a threat to the old order. Option B is the opposite: revolutionary changes reduced censorship rather than increasing royal control. Exam tip: link freedom of information with the spread of ideas and criticism of absolute rule.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 9 History question. Chapter: The French Revolution. Topic: The Revolution and Everyday Life.
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