The form of government established in France as a direct result of the 1789 Revolution was the First French Republic. The revolution initially sought to address social inequalities and overthrow the monarchy, which culminated in the establishment of the republic in 1792. The National Assembly declared France a republic, abolishing the absolute monarchy and promoting principles of liberty, equality, and fraternity. This shift profoundly transformed French society and politics, leading to increased participation in governance and the recognition of individual rights. However, it also ushered in a period of political turmoil and instability, eventually leading to the rise of figures like Napoleon Bonaparte.