Question

'The Balkan issue was one of the major factors responsible for the first world war.' Explain by giving examples

Answer 1

The Balkan states were very jealous of each other.

They thought only about gaining territory not caring about other states.

Further, the Balkan area became a place of big power rivalry.

The European powers were jealous of each other's trade , colonies, naval and military.

The ambition to conquest led to wars in the region and finally the First World War.

Answer 2

The Ottoman Empire under the control of Turkey was comprised of Greece, Serbia and Bulgaria. The emperor of Turkey ruled as a despot, accordingly the nations fancied for their independence from Turkey. Islamic faith made Christians their sufferers. So, there was a frequent war in the Balkan region. Therefore, Balkan nations were also responsible for the First World War.