apr 14, 1931 - Second spanish republic

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Second Spanish republic was proclaimed The right mostly agreed to work within the republic to prevent reform. This form of government existed from 1931 to 1939. The president was Niceto Alcala Zamora. His attempts to moderate the policies of the various factions, eventually led him to his exile and deposition. The advent of the spanish republic in 1931 divided the political aspirations of the basques. However, this new form of government guaranteed freedom of speech, freedom of association and gave women the right to vote and legalized divorce. During this time period various reforms were carried out such as the important land reform. However these efforts failed to meet expectations.