Which of the following developments did not form the basis of rise of nationalism in Europe till 18th century?
A
Industrial Revolution
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B
Renaissance
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C
Reformation
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D
Rise of strong Dynasties
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Solution
The correct option is A Industrial Revolution Industrial Revolution did not form the basis of rise of nationalism in Europe till 18th century. The first clear expression of nationalism came with the French revolution in 1789. French was a full fledged territorial state in 1789 under the rule of an absolute monarchy. The political and constitutional changes that came in the wake of the French Revolution led to the transfer of sovereignty from the monarchy to a body of French citizens.