Question

Explain briefly the condition
that brought about
the French Revolution ?
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Answer 1

Answer:

The upheaval was caused by widespread discontent with the French monarchy and the poor economic policies of King Louis XVI, who met his death by guillotine, as did his wife Marie Antoinette.

Explanation:

7 main causes

#1 Social Inequality in France due to the Estates System.

#2 Tax Burden on the Third Estate.

#3 The Rise of the Bourgeoisie.

#4 Ideas put forward by Enlightenment philosophers.

#5 Financial Crisis caused due to Costly Wars.

#6 Drastic Weather and Poor Harvests in the preceding years.

#7 The Rise in the Cost of Bread.