What major event failed to improve under Carol I's reign?
The economy
The literacy rate
The technology sector
The situation of the peasantry
Answer
The situation of the peasantry in Romania remained dire throughout Carol I's reign, despite his efforts to modernize the country. The peasants were burdened with heavy taxes and harsh working conditions, and they lacked access to education and healthcare. Many peasants were forced to migrate to urban areas in search of work, leading to overcrowding and poverty in the cities.
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