Question

Which of the following statements are correct about the political impacts of American Revolution?

1.It triggered the series of trans Atlantic revolutions that transformed both America as well as Europe.

2.From America the spirit of revolution moved to France.It included the Irish revolution of 1798, Latin American revolutions, European revolutions of 1830 and 1848 etc

• A. 1 only
• B. 2 only
• C. Both 1 and 2
• D. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Both 1 and 2

• The American Revolution (1775–1783) inspired a wave of trans-Atlantic revolutions, significantly influencing both America and Europe.

• Its success demonstrated the possibility of overthrowing oppressive regimes and establishing governance based on democratic principles.

• The revolutionary ideals of liberty, equality, and self-governance from America inspired the French Revolution (1789–1799) and other uprisings including:

  • The Irish Rebellion of 1798 aimed at independence from British rule.

  • The Latin American revolutions (early 19th century) led to independence movements in colonies under Spanish and Portuguese rule.

  • The European revolutions of 1830 and 1848 echoed calls for democracy, national self-determination, and social reforms.