WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Among other accomplishments, during the Meiji period Japan adopted a constitution and a parliamentary system, instituted universal education, built railroads and installed telegraph lines, and established strong army and navy forces.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Meiji Restoration transformed Japan. The government became centralized around the figure of the emperor, and the political system now allowed people to pursue new opportunities. Japan also underwent rapid industrialization.

Detailed explanation-3: -Japan underwent many changes after the Meiji Restoration. The feudal system and all feudal class privileges were abolished. A constitution was enacted, and a parliamentary system was formalized. A national army was formed, and Japan constructed several transportation and communication systems.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Meiji government had a very clear and determined policy objective: rapid Westernization and modernization of Japan. At first, the biggest external challenge was to avoid being colonized by the West.

Detailed explanation-5: -The Meiji Restoration led to incredible economic effects as the entire nation rapidly transformed. Imports and exports increased from  $45M from 1878-1882, to over $440M by 1908-1912-a ten fold increase. To boost the economy Japan abandoned their feudal society and class system.