He presented new directives that shielded both slaves and women. There was a hideous pandemic in Constantinople during the 540s. Justinian got sick, but coped to recuperate.
Because of his hard work he was sometimes called the "emperor who never sleeps.
Born in peasant’s family, his uncle was the closest ally of the then Byzantine emperor, after his death, Justin was coroneted to be the next king. He was popular for his hard work in fighting corruption in his kingdom. He was well known for framing the code of law which is still considered to be the base of constitution to many countries.
He was not liked by the people as he started to inflict heavy taxes on the people for building his empire and army. Hence a riot broke out which was brutal and left more than thirty thousand rioters to be killed.