Question

What was the role of nation-states in the ‘radical’ vision of the liberal nationalists of Europe in the period of 1815-1830? How did they ensure the spread of this vision in an atmosphere of conservative controls specially on the freedom of press?

Answer 1

• The three features of the nation-state that emerged in Europe in the 20th century were: (a) There were intense rivalry among the nations due to expansion of trade and colonies. (b) The disintegration of the Ottoman Empire. (c) The subject countries declared themselves as an independent countries.