Answer:
(i) In 1852, Napoleon III
became the ruler of Paris and decided to rebuild Paris.
(ii) The
chief architect of the new Paris was Baron Haussmann.
(iii)
His name had come to stand for the forcible reconstruction of cities to enhance
their beauty and impose order.
(iv)
The poor were evicted from the centre of Paris to reduce the possibility of political
rebellion and to beautify the city.
(v)
Haussmann rebuilt Paris; straight, broad avenues and open spaces were designed
and full grown trees planted.
(vi)
Policemen were employed, night patrols began and bus shelters and tap waters
introduced.
This
rebuilding of Paris is called 'Haussmanisation of Paris'.
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