Question

What was the result of the strict measures taken by King Philip II in the Netherlands?

• A. People turned to Catholicism.
• B. People were happy with the reforms.
• C. People revolted against his reforms.
• D. People turned Atheists.

Answer 1

The correct option is C People revolted against his reforms.

King Philip I tried to revive Catholic influence in the Netherlands, which was then under Spanish rule. But instead there was a revolt after the people of Netherlands protested against his repressive measures. The majority of the population was Protestant and they did not want a foreign ruler to impose Catholic beliefs.