Question

Which of the following statements are true?

1.The 'Directory in France' was established in 1795.

2.The Failure of the 'Directory in France' played a significant role in the rise of Napoleon

• 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 Directory was established in 1795 under the French Constitution of 1795.

• It was a five-member executive body formed after the Reign of Terror.

• The Directory failed due to corruption, inefficiency, and political instability.

• Public discontent and political unrest paved the way for Napoleon's rise.

• Napoleon's Coup of 18 Brumaire in 1799 overthrew the Directory, establishing the Consulate.