- Industrialization deeply affected the working class.
- Human values were lost.
- There was less scope for dignity and security of life.
- Workers started protesting against their conditions.
- The spread of new political ideas of “liberty”, “equality” and “fraternity” pioneered by the French Revolution gave boost to the protest movements.
- The workers inspired by these ideas demanded
a) “Liberty” from the bonds of capitalists.
b) “Equality” of opportunities irrespective of social status.
c) “Fraternity” inspired them to fight for their dignity
