Question

what were the effects of the first world war?

Answer 1

In the early stages of the war the Russian army suffered huge losses at Tannenburg and at the Battle of the Masurian Lakes. These losses resulted in unrest in the army and led to questions being asked about the way in which the military was run. As a result of ongoing military blunders, Tsar Nicholas II decided to take charge of the army himself. Whilst his presence at the frontlines may have acted as a boost to troops in the short term, it created a huge problem in the medium term. Firstly, as commander in chief of the army he would have to shoulder the blame for any defeats himself. Secondly, as head of an autocratic state he was required to make governmental decisions. How could be do this when government was in St Petersburg, and he was several days journey away at the front? In his absence many rumours about the Tsarina and the Holy man Rasputin spread. The Tsarina was a German princess and she was an easy target for those who were disgruntled. Rasputin was a strange figure. He was a Holy Man who had become very close to the Imperial family. He had a calming influence over the Tsarina and was widely believed to have mystical powers that would help the ill Tsarevich in his fight against illness. With the Tsar away though, Rasputin's excesses became a major focus of attention and his influence on the Imperial Family was viewed with suspicion by many. In 1916, supporters of the Tsar murdered Rasputin.

Answer 2

$\bf{Impacts \: of \: first \: World \: War} \\ \bf{ ( 1914 - 1918 )}$

The first world war ended in 1918 but it had a huge impact upon India.


◾️ Indian soldiers head out in the war in the hope of gaining Independence from the British. They came into contact with soldiers from other countries which increased their awareness and understanding of the exploitative nature of imperialism.

◾️ The government increase taxes in order to meet the rising defence expenditures.

◾️This in return resulted in a surprise and prices which affected the common people.

◾️ The industrial classes have benefited from the wire because there was a demand for industrial goods. After Darbar the section demanded more opportunities for them to develop.

◾️ One of the most important consequences of the war was the impact of socialist ideas on the Nationalist movement.