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Describe the events of French Revolution which had influenced the people belonging to other parts of Europe.(CBSE 2015)

Events of French Revolution that influenced the other parts of Europe:

1. The first uprising happened in July 1830 in France when the Bourbon kings were overthrown by liberal revolutionaries who established constitutional monarchy under Louis Philippe.

2. In 1848, there was a popular movement in France due to the economic emergency and food shortage. Louis Philippe had to flee.

3. National Assembly established a republic in France based on universal male suffrage and right to work.

Explanation: Nationalist feelings were built in the French for a long time and when the economy was breaking down, the people especially peasants protested. This inspired other nation of Europe.

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