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When did the first climax of rational consciousness of the Chinese nation occur? ( )

The first climax of rational consciousness of the Chinese nation occurred at the end of 19 and the beginning of the 20th century.

The first climax of the Chinese nation's rational consciousness occurred at the end of 19 and the beginning of the 20th century, which is an important historical period, marking the beginning of the transformation of the Chinese nation from tradition to modernity, from closed to open, and from deep sleep to awakening. During this period, the Chinese nation faced the dilemma of internal troubles and foreign invasion, which aroused a deep reflection on the fate of the country and the nation and a strong desire to pursue national rejuvenation.

19 At the end of the 20th century, western culture was introduced into China on a large scale and collided with traditional culture. This makes China intellectuals begin to deeply reflect on traditional culture, and realize the limitations of traditional culture in coping with western challenges. The reformers and revolutionaries, represented by Liang Qichao, Yan Fu and Zhang Taiyan, advocate the idea of democracy, science and progress, criticize traditional culture and feudal system, and seek the road of reform and revolution in order to realize national rejuvenation and national prosperity.

During this period, the awakening and self-improvement of the Chinese nation has been unprecedented. The reformists advocated political reform to strengthen the country, learning from advanced western science and technology and management systems, and promoting political, economic and cultural reforms. The revolutionaries advocated overthrowing the Manchu regime, establishing a democratic republic and realizing national independence and liberation. To a great extent, these two thoughts inspired the national consciousness and patriotic feelings of the people of China, and laid the foundation for the rejuvenation of the Chinese nation.

The first climax of rational consciousness is manifested in various fields. In the field of ideology and culture, a group of enlightenment thinkers and scholars have emerged, advocating new culture and new ideas, which have enhanced the cultural consciousness of the Chinese nation. In the political field, the efforts of reformists and revolutionaries, though tortuous, have accumulated valuable experience for China's political reform and national rejuvenation. In the economic field, national capitalism has developed to a certain extent, and emerging industries are constantly rising, which provides an economic foundation for China's modernization process.

The awakening and self-improvement of the Chinese nation in this period, although suffering, laid the foundation for the rejuvenation of the Chinese nation. From the end of 19 to the beginning of the 20th century, the Chinese nation has been pursuing progress and exploring the road of development, and has made great achievements that have attracted worldwide attention. Today, the Chinese nation has become a world power and continues to contribute to the peace and development of mankind.