Study Chapter Details
The chapter “The French Revolution” in the UP Board Class 9th Social Science Book (History) introduces students to one of the most significant events in world history. It began in 1789, marking the end of absolute monarchy and the rise of liberty, equality, and fraternity.
Students learn about the social and economic inequalities of the Old Regime, the role of the Third Estate, and the storming of the Bastille, which symbolized the people’s revolt against oppression. The chapter also explains the Declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizen, the Reign of Terror, and the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte.
Following the UP Board syllabus, this chapter helps students understand how the French Revolution inspired democratic movements across the world. It encourages critical thinking about freedom, justice, and human rights, laying the foundation for understanding modern political systems.
