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French Revolution Mind Map Notes Class9

The French Revolution, which began in 1789, was a significant political and social upheaval in France driven by social, economic, political, and intellectual causes. Key events included the Estates General Meeting, the Tennis Court Oath, and the Storming of the Bastille, leading to the end of the monarchy and the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte. The revolution resulted in major reforms, including the abolition of feudalism, the declaration of the Rights of Man, and significant changes in everyday life.

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French Revolution Mind Map Notes Class9

The French Revolution, which began in 1789, was a significant political and social upheaval in France driven by social, economic, political, and intellectual causes. Key events included the Estates General Meeting, the Tennis Court Oath, and the Storming of the Bastille, leading to the end of the monarchy and the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte. The revolution resulted in major reforms, including the abolition of feudalism, the declaration of the Rights of Man, and significant changes in everyday life.

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The French Revolution - Mind Map Notes (Class 9 RBSE/NCERT)

1. Introduction

- Revolution: Major change in politics, society, economy.

- French Revolution: Started in 1789, changed France forever.

2. Causes of the Revolution

a) Social Causes

- 3 Estates: First (Clergy), Second (Nobles), Third (Commoners)

- Third Estate paid all taxes

b) Economic Causes

- France in debt due to wars

- High taxes and rising food prices

c) Political Causes

- Absolute monarchy under Louis XVI

- No rights for common people

d) Intellectual Causes

- Enlightenment ideas: liberty, equality

e) Influence of American Revolution

- Inspired people to fight for rights

3. Important Events

a) Estates General Meeting (1789)

- Third Estate demanded voting rights

b) Tennis Court Oath

- Vowed not to separate without a constitution


The French Revolution - Mind Map Notes (Class 9 RBSE/NCERT)

c) Storming of the Bastille (14 July 1789)

- Symbol of royal power destroyed

4. Key Changes & Reforms

- Feudal system ended

- Rights of Man declared

- 1791 Constitution made

- Church land nationalized

5. End of Monarchy

- King Louis XVI executed in 1793

- France became a Republic

6. Reign of Terror (1793-1794)

- Led by Robespierre

- Many executed with guillotine

- Ended with Robespierre's death

7. The Directory (1795-1799)

- Weak government

- Faced problems and corruption

8. Rise of Napoleon Bonaparte

- Took power in 1799

- Ended revolution

- Became ruler
The French Revolution - Mind Map Notes (Class 9 RBSE/NCERT)

9. Role of Women

- Participated in protests

- Demanded rights

- No voting rights given

10. Abolition of Slavery

- Slavery abolished in French colonies in 1794

11. Changes in Everyday Life

- New calendar, language

- School reforms

- Reduced Church power

12. Important Dates

- 1789: Revolution starts

- 1791: Constitution

- 1793: King executed

- 1794: Robespierre dies

- 1799: Napoleon rises

13. Map Work - Important Places

- Paris

- Bordeaux

- Nantes

- Marseille

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