Question

In britain the formation of nation- state was not the result of a sudden upheaval or revolution. Validate the statement with relevant arguments.

Answer 1

The formation of the nation-state in Britain was a result of long process of struggle, while, immediate outbreak or revolution resulted in the formation of the nation-state in other countries of Europe. Ethnic-ity was the original identity of the people in Britain. All the communities, for instance, English, Welsh Scot or Irish had their own traditions of administration and culture. The creation of nation-states in Britain steadily grew. Therefore, it took time for Britain to develop a wealthy and powerful nation.  The Act of Union that passed in the year 1707 followed in the establishment of the United Kingdom of Great Britain.