In a pack of playing cards, Ace had the least value, whereas King the most valued. But, after this Ace is considered to have more value than the King, depicting that the common civilians are more powerful than the King. What is this referring to ?
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French Revolution
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American Revolution
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German Revolution
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None of the above
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Correct answer
Explanation
During the French Revolution, the traditional card hierarchy was overturned - previously Ace was lowest and King highest, but revolutionaries elevated the Ace above King to symbolize that common people were more powerful than monarchs. This reflected revolutionary ideals of overthrowing the aristocracy.