Constitution of 1793

The Constitution of 1793, enacted during the French Revolution, was a radical and progressive document aimed at establishing equality and democracy. It established universal male suffrage, meaning all men could vote, and abolished monarchy, replacing it with a focus on popular sovereignty. The constitution also aimed to guarantee social and economic rights, such as education and workers’ rights. However, due to the turbulent period of the Revolution and ongoing wars, it was never fully implemented. Instead, it reflected revolutionary ideals of liberty, equality, and fraternity, but faced practical challenges in a time of political upheaval.