Effects Of Mongol Rule On China

As much as the Mongols affected the worlds they conquered, those worlds also influenced China's social landscape. For example, the Mongols brought influences from the Persian, Islamic and Byzantine parts of the world (p 372). This influenced the way the chinese practiced medicine, architecture, science and many other aspects (p 372). The impact this had on a global level was that it created a system of contact between these different areas of the world that previously did not communicate as well prior. Increases in communication allowed for advancements in trade, commerce and technology. Connections with parts of Europe and Africa allowed for the exchange of ideas and practices that changed the cultural landscapes in all these areas due to the Mongolian

Also, politically wise, the Mongols were not respected in their high position of the Chinese governments. Despite their power in the world, they were looked down upon by the Chinese as they did not instate the examination requirement to be in office, thus preventing many Chinese scholars from holding positions in the government.

Between the years 1100 and 1350, many crucial social, political, and economic changes and continuities can be observed in Asia and particularly in Yuan China. At the beginning of this time period, the Mongols were a group of pastoral nomads in modern-day Mongolia who practiced a shamanistic religion. During this time, the Silk Road was extremely dangerous, and traders on the Silk Road were often endangered by the threat of bandits. During the course of this time period, the Mongols eventually conquered and united China. After they had done so, many of the Mongols adopted Buddhist beliefs. As the Mongols expanded their empire, they were able to secure the Silk Road and drastically reduce the amount of robbery and theft that took place on the trade route. One major continuity during Mongol rule of China was the inclusion of some Confucians in the government. Another aspect of Yuan China that remained consistent throughout this period was the separation of Mongol and Chinese cultures, shown by the fact that the Chinese were not allowed to marry Mongolian women or learn the Mongol language.

Genghis Khan, created and united the Mongols, who were the world’s biggest empire to date. He conquered china and created the Yuan economic policies and accommodated traditional Chinese practices. Yuan rulers did not try to convert China into the Mongol-style nomadic economy; instead, they advanced agriculture. They restored the she, rural organizations composed of about 50 families, to assist in farming. These organizations also improved flood control, established charity organizations for orphans and widows, and introduced such new crops. In addition, early Yuan emperors sought to protect the peasants by devising a regular, fixed system of taxation. Unlike previous Chinese dynasties, the Yuan rulers cultivated trade and held merchants a high social status.

The Qing empire ruled China with Confucianism as the main imperial system used until the very end. However, the beginning of Qing downfall result of the exam system became corrupted and filled with bribery. Instead of the fair examination on the knowledge of Confucianism, the wealthy use their power to get their ways, result in not the most qualified politicians. Additionally, it shows the lack of Confucius value in the Qing system. On the other hand, bureaucracy meant to improve the lives of the wealthy not the poor. Also, the money was given to the people with power and wealth, not to infrastructure.

The Mongols are a group of men and some women who took over China, and united the largest empire in the world history. They did this in many ways, some positive and some negative, using smart tactics to make their way to ruling the empire. Nevertheless, the Mongols had a more positive impact than negative by influencing transportation and communication, economic diversity, and politics in the world around them for many years.

After China had been conquered by the Mongols and their population was diminished by the plague, they began to look to into their past in order to shape their future. The Chinese society allowed “two empresses [write] instructions for female behavior” (423). These behaviors included those that were held previously to the Chinese women and were seen as “traditional expectations” (423). Much of the Chinese culture was changed due to the rule of the Mongol Empire. Because of this, China attempted to put an end to any evidence of foreign rule from the Mongol Empire. This included the “[discouragement] [of] the use of Mongol names and dress” (423). This discouragement of the Mongol traditions provided China the opportunity to reintroduce the concept of Confucian learning. This is another

“I will rule them by fixed laws so that rest and happiness shall prevail in the world,” Genghis Khan. In the 1200s, the Mongol Empire rose and conquered most of China. The Mongol Empire was one of history’s most brutal forces because their dominance was led by a hostile leader, driven by ruthless aggression, and strengthened by an understanding of a correct civilization. The Mongol Empire was feared by many because of its ruthless leaders. The empire was divided into groups led by different khans, but the empire soon turned and was united by a strong leader, Temijin.

They started a lot of things that governments do today. Like the fact that they were religiously tolerant. Like in document 4, it states, “An important legacy of the Mongols’ reign in China was their support of many religions. This evidence shows that they were religiously tolerant. This would mean a lot less conflicts and people would want to settle in this land.

Sometimes ruling a new city was for the best. The Mongols helped cities in many ways; they made many contributions to the economics, political system, and made their culture more diverse when they took over. (Doc. 6) They also made new helpful laws as they went along; such as no adultery, theft, and the roles of the house. (Doc. 7,10)

The Han dynasty was a golden era for China. It saw the greatest land confiscation of the nation’s history and economic success. In this paper I will be focusing on the structure of the national government, the monopolizing of iron and salt, the Yumen Pass and the Yellow Turban rebellion. Join me as we take a trip back in time to visit a time in Chinas history that is highly revered.

This in itself shows a reason why the happiness and prioritization of the lower classes should be brought about. The Mongols understood this concept and began to develop the lower classes to help the overall country develop as a whole. The Mongols gave strong support to the peasants and peasant economy of China, believing that the success of the peasant economy would bring in additional tax revenues and ultimately benefit the Mongols themselves. (Curtis) They did this by allowing tax remissions, and setting all peasant taxes based upon their annual income. This allowed the Mongols to keep on friendly terms with the majority of the population and run a more stable society. This also increased economic influx because, as the lower classes became relatively richer they started paying taxes that were set at a higher price than they would initially have been. This cycle continued over and over again to turn China into a more wealthy state. Another key aspect of the lower class were the artisans and the merchants, though normally in China, they were considered parasites(Guiseppi), the Mongols saw them as a potential source of income. They started investing in them. “Yuan Dynasty witnessed a golden age of Chinese theater. The theater at this time was full of spectacles, including acrobats, mimes, and

Before the Qin Dynasty, China was composed of a network of city states that were loyal to the Chinese king. The seven Warring States had their own institutions that were run by aristocrats. The Qin Dynasty took initiative to expand their territory and to unite the Chinese empire together. Through their ruthless military techniques the Qin Dynasty was able to conquer the city states in China. The Qin Dynasty ruled from 221 BCE – 206 BCE; during their regime, Emperor Qin’s primary goal was to unify the Chinese people. Even though the Qin Dynasty was a short-lived empire, it played a major role in unifying the Chinese empire and provided a foundation for succeeding regimes through a centralized government, standardized systems, and through infrastructure.

The Mongols of Central Asia, under the lead of Genghis Khan, encompassed China and Russia in the thirteenth century C.E. Harsh conquest with massacre and destruction of infrastructure were experienced by these regions. During Mongol rule, China was governed through the traditional dynastic system while Russia was indirectly administered from the steppes with aid from local princes. Although the pastoralists required tribute collection from both civilizations, only China enjoyed significant economic flourish brought by the restoration of long-distance trade routes.

The start of the Mongol Empire began as a system of nomadic pastoralists who were extremely well experienced horsemen and traveled with their flocks of sheep, goats, cattle, and horses over the vast steppes of the prairielands of Central Asia. At the start of the Mongols rise to supremacy was the formation of tribal coalition known as “All the Mongols” (Saunders 1971) While the early tribal coalition was successful at establishing itself as a power in Manchuria and North China, it wasn’t until the rise of a well-known figure did the Mongols ascend to a force to fear and respect. That