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Who were given the right to vote under the new constitution of France adopted in 1791? |
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Answer» Constitution of 1791, Frenchconstitutioncreated by theNational Assemblyduring theFrench Revolution. It retained the monarchy, butsovereigntyeffectively resided in theLegislative Assembly, which was elected by a system of indirect voting. The franchise was restricted to “active” citizens who paid a minimal sum in taxes; about two-thirds of adult men had theright to votefor electors and to choose certain local officials directly. The constitution lasted less than a year |
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