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The consequences of the French Revolution and the Napoleonic Empire, image…
The consequences of the French Revolution and the Napoleonic Empire
Political Changes
Constitutions based on popular sovereignty were adopted
the separation of powers
The protection of people's rights
limited male suffrage
Political parties appeared
They represented citizens' interests
They competed in elections
Constitutional monarchy and the republic were established in other European countries
The Declaration of the Rights of Man and the Citizen established equal rights (only for men)
the right to vote (suffrage)
freedom of association
the right to assemble
freedom of conscience
the right to life
freedom of opinion
Economic changes
All citizens now had to pay taxes and contribute to the expenses of the state
The law guaranteed free trade and respect for private property
Social Changes
The states system disappeared, so everyone was equal before the law
Due to the introduction of limited male suffrage, the bourgeoisie could participate in politics
Main consequence
The crisis and the subsequent fall of the Ancien Régime
