Question

What led to ethnic tension in Belgium? Why was it more accute in Brussels?

Answer 1

Answer:

the ethnics composition of Belgium was very complex of the country's total population 40 percent were French and 59 percent were Dutch . It was more acute in the capital city Brussels because in 80 percent spoke frnch while 20 percent spoke Dutch. The minority French speaking community was relatively Rich and powerful.

Answer 2

Answer:

The conflict between the two communities was more severe in Brussels because the Dutch speaking people constituted a majority in the country, but a minority in the capital.