Culture played an important role in creating the idea of the nation, in Europe- Support the statement with examples
The three examples to show the contribution of culture to the growth of nationalism in Europe are- 1. Romanticism was a European cultural movement aimed at developing national unity by creating a sense of shared heritage and common history. The Romantic artists emphasis on emotions, intuition and mystical feelings gave shape and expressions to national sentiments. 2. Folk songs, dances and poetry contributed the spirit of nationalism and patriotic fervour in Europe. 3. Languages too played an important role in developing nationalists feelings in Europe. The emphasis on the use of vernacular language, the language of the masses, helped to spread the message of national unity.
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