Question

Society during Prince Shotoku's reign was heavily influenced by ideas from China. For example, Prince Shotoku embraced the ideas of the Mandate of Heaven. This can best be described as the belief that

A. governments only stay in power by having powerful armies.
B. leaders receive power and authority from the gods.
C. governments rule with consent from their people.
D. leaders should be cruel and harsh to their citizens.

Answer 1

B. leaders receive power and authority from the gods.

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