Which statement best explains the impact that the Napoleonic Code of 1807 had on Europe?

Question

a The Napoleonic Code was forced upon all countries that adopted it.

b The Napoleonic Code was a short-lived code of laws.

c The Napoleonic Code became the legal system of many European countries.

d The Napoleonic Code was revolutionary in its support for women’s rights.

Answer 1

The statement that best explains the impact that the Napoleonic Code of 1807 had on Europe is:

c The Napoleonic Code became the legal system of many European countries.

The Napoleonic Code, also known as the Civil Code, established a legal framework that influenced legal systems beyond France, being adopted or adapted by numerous countries in Europe and beyond.