Question

Explain the meaning of the painting of the Declaration of Rights of Man and citizens by reading the political symbols of France?

Answer 1

The painting of Declaration of Rights of Man conveyed the following to the citizens of France

1. Broken chain - Chains were used for slaves and broken chains indicates freedom of slavery
2. Bundle of rods represents unity in strength as single rod can be easily broken whereas a bundle cannot
3. The eye within a triangle radiating light represents awakening of knowledge among the French people by driving away their ignorance
4. Blue, white and red are National colours of France which is worn by Angel in the painting
5. The Law tablet depicts that all are equal before law and the law is same for all
6. Winged women represents law