Why 20th century was called as age of extremes ?
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Eric hobsawm, a historian , called the 20th century 'The Ages Of Extremes'. politically ,the world saw shoots of democractic aspirations grow amidst the rise of Fascist domination which fostered ideologies of unquestioned power and hatred for other peoples.
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1) Eric hobsbawm , a historian called the 20th century "The age of extremes".
2) politically , there were monarchies, facist domination ,colonies ,democratic movements and independent countries in hundreds ,during this period.
3) scientifically ,secrets of atom and life were unlocked .
4) new forms of art ,cinema emerged.
5) women got right to vote.
6) socialist societies ,liberal democracies are formed .
7) great depression caused unemployment and economic breakdown .
8) Millions died and many more millions dislocated in two world wars.
9) world government like United Nations were formed.
10) Thus , this is the age of extremes .