Question

Which dynasty introduced the Mandate of Heaven? A. Shang B. Zhou C. Xia D. Qin E. Han

Answer 1

the Shang Dynasty (c.1600-1046 BCE) was the second dynasty of China which succeeded the Xia Dynasty (c. 2700-1600 BCE) after the overthrow of the Xia tyrant Jie by the Shang leader, Tang. its xia

Answer 2

The correct answer is B) Zhou.

The dynasty that introduced the Mandate of Heaven was the Zhou dynasty.

When the Zhou dynasty got to power they introduced the idea of Mandate of Heaven that means that the new ruler had the blessings of the gods to lead the Empire. Something like the gods gave divine approval for the new ruler to the Emperor of China. This concept trued to legitimate a rebellion for the benefit of the Empire and its people. That meant that the Zhou were good rulers and kept power by the will of the gods.