The Age of Social Change


 
 
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The Age of Social Change

The French Revolution had a great impact on the world. Before the 18th century, society was broadly divided into estates and orders. Economic and social powers were controlled by the church and the aristocracy. New ideas about individual rights and who controlled the social power began to be discussed in Europe, Asia and many parts of the world. In India, Raja Rammohun Roy and Derozio talked about the significance of the French Revolution. Others debated the ideas of post-revolutionary Europe. All these ideas were reflected in the development of the colonies.

The age of social change: The social and political changes that took place all over Europe can be traced to the French Revolution. But not everyone in Europe wanted a complete transformation of society. Some were ‘conservatives’, others were ‘liberals’ and ‘radicals’. The French revolutionary ideas of Liberty, Equality and Fraternity became inspiring ideals that motivated political movements in the world in 19th and 20th centuries.

 
 
 


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