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Describe the major reforms of Salan in Athens. |
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Answer» Athens was a major city state of Greece. In Athens, in the 7th century BC, the wealthy class established an oligarchy in place of monarchy. There were also some independent citizens in Athens apart from the elite and slave class, which were called ‘Demas’. Farmers, labourers, artisans and businessmen were involved in this. Those people were against oligarchy. As a result of their struggle Salan was appointed a new magistrate in 594 BC. Salan made several important improvements. He abolished the mortgage system and freed all the citizens of Athens from Slavery. He also made the rule that in future no resident of Athens will be made slaves due to non-repayment of loans. The reforms made by Salan benifitted both the poor and the middle classes. |
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