Question
How did the local population react to the French Rule?

Answer

  1. Napoleon who had conquered large part of Europe brought about administrative changes, uniform civil code, abolished feudal system. All this helped in creating a sense of unification.
  2. In many places like Holland, Switzerland the French army was initially welcomed
  3. But later the French imperialistic designs outweighed the advantages.
  4. Areas occupied by the French were made subservient to the French needs.
  5. Imposition of Censorship.
  6. Increased taxation, forced conscription.
  7. Lack of political freedom all compelled people to turn a hostile attitude towards the French.

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