Question

explain any three reasons for the Nationalist upsurge in the 19th century europe

Answer 1

Reasons for the Nationalist upsurge in the 19th century Europe :

(a) Oppression of people under absolute rulers.

(b) Liberal ideas spread by well-known philosophers and leaders.

(c) The French Revolution inspired the people to fight for freedom. The slogan ‘Liberty, Equality and Fraternity’ became the clarion call for the common people.

Answer 2

The following were the main reasons for the nationalist upsurge in the 19th century Europe:

⇒ Apart from war and territorial expansion, it was culture which played an important role in creating the idea of a nation whether it was through music or art, poetry or stories, every form of art contributed to expressing nationalist feelings.

⇒ Romantic artists created a sense of common cultural heritage as the basis of a nation building.

⇒ Vernacular language became one of the most important reasons as folklore, folksongs etc. promoted the spirit of nationalism.