In the history of Norway, which Norwegian Prime Minister led the government during the peaceful dissolution of the union with Sweden on 7 June 1905?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Christian Michelsen
- Step 1: Christian Michelsen orchestrated the 7 June 1905 parliamentary declaration stating that Oscar II had ceased to function as King of Norway, dissolving the union. Answer: Christian Michelsen. Why not the others: the other options do not conform to established historical facts and chronology in Norwegian history.
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