Question

When did Louis XVI call an assembly of Estates General to pass proposals for new taxes?

Answer 1

Louis XVI called an assembly of Estates General to pass proposals for new taxes on 5th May 1789.

The Estates General represented the French estates in the realm.

This law was brought to an end when the Third Estate was formed and created in the National Assembly.

The first suggestion to summon this law came on 22nd February 1787.

Answer 2

Answer:

5TH MAY 1789

Explanation:

On 5 May 1789, Louis XVI called together an assembly of the Estates General to pass proposals for new taxes. A resplendent hall in Versailles was prepared to host the delegates.

Summoning of the Estates General, 1789 4-5 May 1789. The political and financial situation in France had grown rather bleak, forcing Louis XVI to summon the Estates General.