Q. The revolution popularly known as the “Paris Commune” is associated with which of the following?
Answer: Socialism
Notes: Socialist Parties had been organised in many countries of Europe, including France. Some of them had a large following also. In 1871, the first revolution inspired by the ideas of socialism had taken place in Paris. It is known in the history as the 'Paris Commune'. This event is entangled with the 'Franco-Prussian War'. The 'Commune' governed the city of Paris for some time. It represented the interest of workers, labourers and soldiers. But, its rule lasted only a few months as the French national forces supported by international groups crushed it. But, it is a very significant international event. The unfolding of the ‘Paris Commune’ episode deeply impacted the theories and writings of Karl Marx.