Who formed a secret society called Young Italy

Nationalism in Europe (10)

Who among the following leaders formed a secret society called 'Young Italy'?

  1. Victor Emmanuel II
  2. Giuseppe Mazzini
  3. Count Cavour
  4. Giuseppe Garibaldi

Answer: B

Giuseppe Mazzini

During the 1830s, Giuseppe Mazzini had sought to put together a coherent programme for a unitary Italian Republic. He had also formed a secret society called Young Italy for the dissemination of his goals.

Exam Year: 2020 Compartment