The Revolution of Roses, often translated into English as the Rose Revolution, was a pro-Western peaceful change of power in the following country.
Correct answer: B. Georgia
- A. Austria
- B. Georgia
- C. Northern Ireland
- D. Ukraine
Explanation
The Rose Revolution occurred in Georgia in 2003 and brought about the resignation of President Eduard Shevardnadze. It was a largely peaceful movement that favoured closer ties with the West.
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