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प्रश्न
Attempt an account of “September Massacres”.
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उत्तर
- In 1792, when foreign armies advanced into French territory and defeated the French troops, the Commune of Paris suspected the treachery of the king and his supporters.
- The Commune of Paris enforced martial law and attacked the king’s palace.
- When the king ordered shooting by his Swiss guards, the people of Paris hunted down the supporters of monarchy under their leader Marat.
- In three days, from September 2, about 1500 suspected dissidents were put in prison. After a trial, they were killed and this incident is called “September Massacres.”
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Choose the correct answer:
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The American colonists were rigid and conservative.
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The French Revolution laid the foundation of a democratic government.
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Declaration of Independence was drafted by ______.
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Declaration of Independence
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