Question

What changes did Napoleon introduce to make the administrative system more efficient in the territories ruled by him?

Answer 1

Napoleon introduced several changes to make the administrative system more efficient in the territories ruled by him. He formulated the Civil Code of 1804, also known as the Napoleonic Code. It did away with privileges based on birth. This law established equality before law, and also secured the right to property. Napoleon shortened administrative divisions, abolished the feudal system, and freed peasants from manorial dues and serfdom. Transport and communications were improved too.

Answer 2

Napoleon Bonaparte incorporated revolutionary principles in administrative field in order to make the whole system more rational and efficient.

(i)The Civil Code of 1804- usually known as the Napoleonic Code- did away with all privileges based on bith, established equality before the law and secured the right to property.

(ii)Napolean simplified administrative divisions, abolished the feudal system and freed peasants from serfdom and manorial dues.

(iii)In the towns too, guild restrictions were removed. Transport and communication system were improved.

(iv)Peasants, artisans, workers and new businessmen enjoyed a new-found freedom.

(v)Uniform laws, standardised weight and measures and a common national currency were introduced.