What political change did the Second Republic of France

women’s suffrage
exclusive suffrage for the upper class
universal male suffrage

The Second Republic of France, established in 1848 after the February Revolution, introduced universal male suffrage, allowing all adult men to vote, regardless of property ownership. This was a significant expansion of democracy compared to previous regimes where voting was restricted to the upper class. This change aimed to reflect a more egalitarian society, although women’s suffrage remained unaddressed during this period.

Interestingly, the Second Republic also saw a surge in political and social reforms, including the establishment of workshops to aid the unemployed. However, these efforts faced challenges, and the republic ultimately lasted only a short time before transitioning into the more authoritarian regime of Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte, highlighting the volatile nature of political change in 19th-century France.