WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Wudi expanded the borders of China and opened up a network of trade routes called the Silk Road. Han Emperors began civil service exams for government jobs and made Confucianism the official belief system of the state.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Han dynasty was governed by an autocracy (government by one person) centered on the position of the emperor and supported by an impressive structure of imperial administration. The emperor sat atop the hierarchy and ruled through edicts that declared his imperial will.

Detailed explanation-3: -He was emperor of China from 141 bc to 87 bc, the longest reign of the Han dynasty. Wudi made Confucianism the official state doctrine of China. This had a permanent effect on the history of East Asia. Under Wudi’s reign, the Chinese state also took new steps to promote scholarship and to develop the civil services.

Detailed explanation-4: -Confucian teachings, such as respect (filial piety), generosity, truthfulness, diligence, industriousness, benevolence, and kindness were the exact qualities that Wudi was looking for in his government officials (benevolence – rule by setting a good example).

Detailed explanation-5: -How did the Emperor Wudi create a strong central government? He took lands from lords, raised taxes, placed the supply of grain under government control, made people take exams and get recommendations for government service. Why did the family take on such importance during the Han dynasty?