Question

Immediate changes undertaken by the national Assembly of 1789-1791

Answer 1

Answer:

The National Assembly reduced Louis XVI to the status of king only in name. The kings powers were checked by the Constitution of 1791. Laws were enacted abolishing the feudal system of obligations, privileges and taxes.Feb 21, 2020

Answer 2

Explanation:

The following changes were brought about by the National Assembly:

(i) The powers of Louis XVI were reduced. He was now king only in name.

(ii) On the night of 4 August 1789, the Assembly passed a decree abolishing the feudal system of obligations and taxes.

(iii) The members of the clergy were forced to give up their privileges.

(iv) Taxes were abolished and lands owned by the church were confiscated.