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What rights did Pombal grant to New Christians?

  • Voting rights

  • Land ownership

  • Civil rights

  • Nobility titles

Answer

The civil rights granted to New Christians by Pombal included the right to own real estate, to engage in certain professions, to attend university, and to hold public office. These rights were a significant improvement over the previous restrictions placed on New Christians, who had been discriminated against for centuries.
The Pombaline Puzzle: Unveiling the Legacy of Sebastião José de Carvalho e Melo

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