Origins of Modern Politics-American Revolution and the Constitution [IAS (Admin.) Mains History]: Questions 1 - 6 of 8

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Question 1

Appeared in Year: 2014

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“At the news of the Declaration of Independence crowds gathered to cheer, fire guns and cannon and ring church bells in Philadelphia. Boston and other places, but there were many people in America who did not rejoice” . Comment. (250 Words)

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Declaration of Independence

  • Declaration of Independence was proclaimed during American Revolutionary war. The war had not been won. Declaration was accepted by 13 colonies & United States was born.
  • During that time, American society was divided. It consisted of colonists, Native Americans, blacks etc. Colonists were themselves divided into supporters…

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Question 2

Appeared in Year: 2018

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Critically examine the following statements in about 150 words each: (10 × 5 = 50 Marks)

“The American War of Independence transformed Europe as well as America.”

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The American War of Independence

  • The American war of independence is considered to be one of the most significant events in the entire human history it left a lasting impact not only America but also on Europe and other parts of the world.
  • The success of American war of independence popularized the liberal and progressive ideas of enlightenment this …

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Question 3

Appeared in Year: 2016

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Answer the following in about 150 words each: 10 × 5 = 50 marks

Explain the main features of the US Federal Constitution. (10 marks)

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US Federal Constitution and Its Main Features

  • US Federal Constitution was drafted by American Congress comprising 55 delegates coming from different colonies it was adopted on 17 September 1787 at Philadelphia, Pennsylvania it was the first written constitution in the world in IT inspired the other countries to develop faith in the idea of constitut…

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Question 4

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When colonial people reached adulthood, the American Revolution “was a normal and even expected occurrence in their history.” Comment. (250 Words)

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  • The shifting times and public perceptions were the very foundation of the American Revolution. As seen by the Glorious Revolution in Britain in the 1680՚s, the Enlightenment and the Age of Reason had already opened people՚s minds to ideas such as Divine Rule and other such concepts.
  • Furthermore, if a Sovereign violates the sovereignty of the people,…

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Question 5

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“The American Revolutionary War transformed not just America but also Europe.” Examine. (250 Words)

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Transformation of America

Political Life

Colonies gained their independence, and the USA became a republic. It became possible to establish the first democratic government with a written constitution.

Social Life

A secular state was founded after the Anglican church՚s religious institutions were eliminated. Voters who are informed are essential for a d…

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Question 6

Appeared in Year: 2022

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Critically examine the following statements in about 150 words each: (10 Marks)

‘Roaring Twenties’ in Europe and America had many positive points. It helped women to uplift themselves in the region.

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The Roaring Twenties, a period of economic prosperity and cultural change in the United States and Europe, had many positive effects on women.

Women gained more rights and opportunities during this time, and they began to play a more active role in society.

One of the most significant changes for women in the Roaring Twenties was the passage of the 1…

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