Question

Why were Italian towns the first to experience the ideas of humanism?

SCERT Telangana Class 9 Social Studies Ch 12 Changing Cultural traditions in Europe 1300-1800

Answer 1

The reasons are-
1.In 13th and 14th centuries education was spread in Italy.
2.Roman and Greek scholars composed a large number of classical books.
3.For the spread of education universities were developed first.
4.Humanism subject was taught so they became aware of humanist views and ideas.

Answer 2

Florence in Italy was, in the 15th century was home to the Renaissance. It is in Florence that the new architectural style had its beginning. It was, in fact, consciously brought alive by particular artists who wanted to revive the order of the past called the 'Golden Age'. The scholarly approach to the architecture coincided with the general revival of learning. The development of printed books, the rediscovery of ancient writings, the expanding of political and trade contacts and the exploration of the world all increased the knowledge and desire for education. The reading of philosophies that were not based on Christian theology led to the development of Humanism through which it was clear that while God had established and maintained order in the universe, it was the role of Man to establish and maintain order in Society.