Question

question 3 of 10
how did islam influence the government of the ottoman empire?
a. military service in the ottoman empire was only available to
practicing muslims.
b. islamic traditions prevented the ottoman empire from trading with
non - muslim countries.
c. certain political and economic benefits were reserved for muslims
in the ottoman empire.
d. muslim religious leaders forced all non - muslims in the ottoman
empire to convert to islam.

Explanation:

• Option A: The Ottoman Empire had non - Muslim military units like the Janissaries (initially Christian boys converted to Islam but later non - conversion recruitment also happened). So, military service was not only for practicing Muslims.
• Option B: The Ottoman Empire engaged in extensive trade with non - Muslim countries. For example, it traded with European powers. Islamic traditions did not prevent trade.
• Option C: In the Ottoman Empire, Muslims had certain political (like higher - level administrative positions more accessible to Muslims initially) and economic (such as some tax - related privileges) benefits. This was in line with Islamic - influenced governance where the Muslim community (Ummah) was given preferential treatment in some aspects.
• Option D: The Ottoman Empire had a system of millet (religious communities). Non - Muslims were not forced to convert. They had their own legal and religious autonomy within the empire.

Answer:

C. Certain political and economic benefits were reserved for Muslims in the Ottoman Empire.