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"Napoleon had destroyed democracy in France but in the administrative field he had incorporated revolutionary principles in order to make the whole system more rational and efficient." Analyse the statement with arguments.

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  • The Civil code of 1804 was also known as Napoleonic code, spread to all countries including Switzerland, Italy and Germany.
  • Transport and Communications network improved.
  • peasants, artisans, workers and businessmen enjoyed freedom That were gained due to Napoleon's uniform laws.
  • standardised measures and weight, common currency system which facilitated the movement and exchange of goods from one region to another.
  • He freed the peasants and other section of society from serfdom and manorial dues.

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