Question

which law were made to improve the status of women in the french society?

Answer 1

The revolutionary government introduced laws to improve social condition of women

1. Schooling was made compulsory for all girls.

2. Fathers could no longer force them to marriage against their will.

3. Marriage was made into a contract registered under civil law.

4. Divorce was made legal.

5. Women could now train for jobs and choose their career almost freely.