Question

explain the various measures and practices that could create a sense of collective identity among the french people?

Answer 1

Answer:

The first clear cut expression of nationalism came in France with the french revolution in 1789.

1.The introduction of la patrie and le citoyen emphasised the notion of a united community enjoying equal rights under a constitution.

2.A new french flag,the tricolour,was chosen to replace the former royal standard.

3.The estates general was elected by the body of active citizens, and renamed the national assembly.

4.New hymns were composed oaths taken and martyrs commemorated all in the name of the nation.

5.Regional dialects were discouraged and french was declared as the common language of the nation.