Question

The balkan area became an area of intense conflict .Give reasons.

Answer 1

As the different Slavic nationalities struggled to define their identity and independence, the Balkan area became an area of intense conflict. A large part of Balkans were under the Ottoman Empire. The downfall of the Ottoman Empire and the spread of he ideas of nationalism created tension and conflict.

Answer 2

Answer:

The Balkan region became part of the conflict because of the Ottoman Empire occupation in the region,  where the idea of nationalism was rising.  The Ottoman Empire was powerless to suppress the nationalism of its ethnic peoples. Due to the lack of reform and power in the Balkan region led to war in 1912 and 1913.