Question

Why were secret societies formed after 1815? Explain with special reference to activities of Mazzini.

Answer 1

The secret societies were:

Young Italy
Young Europe

Answer 2

Due to the fear of repression, secret Societies were formed after 1815.  

After 1815, in order to oppose the monarchical rule, the liberal nationalist of Europe formed many underground societies. Mazzini, a young liberal nationalist, was the first person who founded the most famous secret society called “Carbonari”.

The main aim of the "secret society" was to train up the revolutionaries and to spread ideas of liberal nationalism. After the initiation by Mazzini, many such "secrets societies" were developed and it gave a strong foundation for monarchical rule opposition.