The Manchu empire was overthrown in 1911 and a republic was set up in China. Which leader of this republic is regarded as the founder of modern China?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → Sun Yat-sen
The republic of 1911 was set up under Sun Yat-sen, who is regarded as the founder of modern China. His programme was known as the Three Principles: nationalism, democracy and socialism.