Give reasons for Hitler’s rise to power.

Give reasons for Hitler’s rise to power.

Ans.

(i) The economic crisis : Germany had to face a great economic crisis after the First World War. Many soldiers were no longer in service, so they became unemployed. Trade and commerce was ruined. Germany was in the grip of unemployment and starvation.

(ii) Exploiting the mentality of the Germans : The Germans had no faith in democracy. It was against their culture and tradition. They at once gave their support to a strong man like Hitler who could transfer their dreams into reality.

(iii) Making the best use of his personal qualities : Hitler was a powerful orator, an able organiser.