Question

1. explain two parts of the french revolution that the napoleonic code kept.
2. explain one part of the french revolution that the napoleonic code got rid of.

Explanation:

Question 8

1. Equality before the law: The French Revolution emphasized the end of feudal privileges and the idea that all citizens should be equal under the law. The Napoleonic Code maintained this principle, abolishing the legal distinctions between the three estates (clergy, nobility, and commoners) and establishing that all French citizens were subject to the same legal system, with equal rights to enter into contracts, own property, and access the courts.
2. Abolition of feudal dues and property rights: The Revolution had abolished feudal obligations and allowed for the transfer and ownership of property based on free exchange. The Napoleonic Code solidified the right to private property, ensuring that property could be bought, sold, and inherited freely, which was a key gain of the Revolution as it broke the feudal system's control over land and resources.

One part of the French Revolution that the Napoleonic Code got rid of was the more radical democratic elements, particularly the political participation of the lower classes. During the Revolution, there were efforts to establish a more direct and broad-based democracy, with groups like the sans - culottes having a significant say in political affairs. The Napoleonic Code, under Napoleon's rule, moved towards a more authoritarian and centralized system. It restricted the political rights of many, especially the working class and peasants, who had gained some political voice during the Revolution (such as through popular societies and local assemblies). Instead, power became more concentrated in the hands of the elite and the state under Napoleon's leadership, and the Code reflected a shift away from the radical democratic aspirations of the Revolution's more populist phases.

Answer:

Two parts of the French Revolution kept by the Napoleonic Code are: (1) The principle of equality before the law, ending feudal legal distinctions and ensuring all citizens have equal legal rights. (2) The abolition of feudal property restrictions and the establishment of secure private property rights, allowing free transfer and inheritance of property.

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