Can you think of similar examples from different parts of the world?
Yes, there are several similar examples from different parts of the world. The break-up of the British, French, Dutch and Portuguese empires in Asia and Africa demonstrates how nationalist struggles emerged across continents. The struggle for freedom from colonial rule by India and other former colonies were nationalist struggles inspired by the desire to establish independent nation-states.
Similarly, in Europe, the Treaty of Versailles established a number of small, newly independent states after World War I. However, the reorganisation of state boundaries to satisfy the demands of one culture-one state led to mass migration of populations. Millions of people were displaced from their homes and became victims of communal violence, showing that similar consequences of nationalism occurred in different parts of the world.
Explanation
The question asks for similar examples from different parts of the world, likely referring to examples of nationalism, self-determination movements, or their consequences. The textbook context provides concrete examples: (1) nationalist struggles against colonial empires in Asia and Africa, including India; (2) the formation of new states after Treaty of Versailles in Europe; and (3) the negative consequences like mass displacement and communal violence that followed. These examples illustrate how similar patterns of nationalism and self-determination played out across different regions globally.