Question

Explain the different factors that led to the rise of nationalism in europe

Answer 1

Rise of nationalism in Europe. ...In the 19th century, a wave of romantic nationalism swept theEuropean continent, transforming its countries. Some newly formed countries, such as Germany and Italy were formed by uniting various regional states with a common "national identity".

Answer 2

Answer:

Following are the factors which led to the rise of Nationalism in Europe:

1. Decline of Feudalism: Feudal lords were a great tumbling bloc in the way of the rise of the nationalism feelings among the people. But their mutual warfare and crusades weakened them.

2. Weakness of Papacy and the Roman Empire: The renaissance and reformation movements led to awakening among the people and weakened the aythrority of the pope and the Holy Roman Empire. Consequently, national churches and national states were established in many countries.

3. Foreign Rule: in certain countries foreign rule also played an important part in the growth of nationalism.

4. Reaction against Injustice: Sometimes reaction against the arbitrary rule of unjust monarchs also gave birth to the feeling of nationalism.

5. Contribution of Great writers: The writings of great poets, politicians and philosophers like Machiavelli, J.S. Mill, Fitch, Mazzini, Garibaldi etc. went a long way in rousing political consciousness and national sprit among the people.