English 2nd puc too dear notes
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Explanation:
Why ‘Monaco’ was called a `toy Kingdom'?
Ans: Because the population was very less. It was only 7000.
2. Name the commodities taxed in Monaco.
Ans: There was a tax on tobacco, on wine and spirits and a poll tax.
3. What was the source of the King's special revenue? Who were its beneficiaries?
Ans: It was from a gaming house where people play Roulette. The owner of the game house and the king were the beneficiaries.
4. Why did the Germans stop gaming houses in their country and how did it benefit Monaco?
Ans: Because the gaming house was caused much harm and the people risked their money. Some who lost it, committed suicide. The king of Monaco allowed it and received a large sum because it was an only gambling house left in Europe.
5. What was the punishment given to the murderer?
Ans: The murdered was condemned to have his head cut off.
6. The death sentence was converted into life imprisonment because
a. Monaco had abolished death penalty.
b. Carrying out death sentence was expensive.
C. Monaco wanted to show mercy on the criminal.
Ans: b. Carrying out death sentence was expensive.
7. How much did the king spend on the criminal, annually?
Ans: 600 francs annually.
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