Question

question 12 (6.25 points)
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each islamic empire made choices about leadership, law, and religion that shaped its rise and fall.
choose the best word to complete the sentence.
empires like the mughal and ottoman thrived when they practiced _______, but declined when leaders enforced rigid policies without reform.
a) religious tolerance
b) cultural isolation
c) expansion
d) total conquest

Explanation:

The Mughal Empire, under rulers like Akbar, practiced religious tolerance, allowing people of different faiths to co - exist and contribute to the empire's prosperity. The Ottoman Empire also had a relatively inclusive approach in its earlier days. Cultural isolation (b) would prevent the exchange of ideas and resources that are necessary for an empire's growth. Expansion (c) alone does not guarantee an empire's thriving if it is not accompanied by good governance and tolerance. Total conquest (d) often leads to resentment and instability.

Answer:

a) religious tolerance