Question

what was the meaning of liberalism in early 19th century in Europe

Answer 1

 As an ideology and in practiceliberalism became the preeminent reform movement in Europe duringthe 19th century. ... In France the Revolutionary and Napoleonic governments pursued liberal goals in their abolition of feudal privileges and their modernization of the decrepit institutions inherited from the ancien régime

Answer 2

Answer:

The meaning of liberalism in the "early 19th century" in Europe was:

· The word "liberalism" was derived from the "Latin word" "liber" which means being free.

· For the commoners or the masses, liberalism meant equal rights for all and protecting the rights of an individual.

· Politically, it meant that people can elect their representatives or a government is formed with every ones consent.

· Such people also wanted certain rights to be attached with private property.

· Hence, after the "French revolution", liberalism meant end of the "autocratic rule" and rule of the people.