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The Growth of Nationalism — Question 4

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Question 4

What were the salient features of the Constitution drafted by the National Constituent Assembly in 1791?

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The salient features of the Constitution drafted by the National Constituent Assembly in 1791 were:

  1. The government of France was converted into a limited monarchy without any power.
  2. The right to vote was given to only those citizens who paid a certain amount by way of taxes or possessed property.
  3. The National legislative Assembly was set up with the power to declare war and peace.
  4. Dominant position was given to the middle class.
  5. Papal control over the Church was removed and the Church was nationalised. The property of the Church was confiscated and the number of Churchmen was reduced.