Across
- 2. A political and social philosophy advocating for individual rights, representative democracy, and free-market economies.
- 6. The period in Japanese history from 1868 to 1912 when the emperor was restored to power, leading to modernization and industrialization.
- 8. The policy of extending a country's power and influence through diplomacy or military force, often involving the acquisition of territories.
- 10. An economic and political system advocating for collective or government ownership and control of the means of production and distribution.
- 12. A form of government where a single person, often a king or queen, holds absolute power and typically inherits the position.
- 13. The establishment and maintenance of colonies, usually by a more powerful country over less powerful regions or peoples.
- 14. A rebellion in 1857 by Indian soldiers (sepoys) against the British East India Company's rule.
- 15. The right of all adult citizens to vote, regardless of gender, race, or other discriminatory factors.
- 16. The late 19th-century rush by European powers to colonize and control territories in Africa.
- 18. A series of liberal and nationalist uprisings that swept across Europe in 1848, seeking political reforms and national independence.
- 19. An anti-foreigner and anti-Christian uprising in China from 1899 to 1901, aiming to remove foreign influence.
- 20. A conference held in 1814-1815 to reorganize Europe after the Napoleonic Wars, aiming to establish a balance of power.
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- 1. A sudden and significant change in political, social, or economic structures within a society, often marked by popular uprisings.
- 3. A type of monarchy where the monarch's powers are limited by a constitution, and there is usually a parliamentary system in place.
- 4. Conflicts in the mid-19th century between China and Britain over trade imbalances and the opium trade.
- 5. A meeting in 1884-1885 where European powers established rules for the colonization and division of Africa among themselves.
- 7. A concept in international relations where no single nation or alliance dominates, preventing the emergence of a hegemonic power.
- 9. A system of government where the citizens have the power to participate in decision-making, either directly or through elected representatives.
- 11. A strong sense of loyalty and pride in one's nation, often leading to the belief that the interests of the nation should come before others.
- 17. A political ideology that emphasizes preserving traditional institutions and supporting gradual, cautious change.