World History Questions

Because of the Doctrine of Lapse; if Hindu rulers did not have direct natural heirs, the British would impose their rule.

The United States Constitution, ratified June 21, 1788, was influenced by the writings of Polybius, Locke, Montesquieu, and others. The document became a benchmark for republicanism and codified constitutions written thereafter. The Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth Constitution was passed on May 3, 1791.

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In Germany, Kaiser means 'Emperor'. On 18th January, 1871 Wilhelm I was declared as Kaiser of Germany.

Jay Cooke & Company, a major component of the United States banking establishment, found itself unable to market several million dollars in Northern Pacific Railway bonds in september 1873. Cooke's firm, like many others, had invested heavily in the railroads.

Hence, the bankruptcy of Jay Cooke & company initiated the Panic of 1873.

American Revolution started in 1775 and lasted till 1781.