Question

- Which of the following accurately describes the purpose of the devshirme system?

A. to punish Jewish communities who opposed Ottoman rule
B. to lower the taxes on the poor so they could buy their own land
C. to improve the agricultural production by introducing different crops
D. to recruit young Christians from conquered lands to possibly become Janissaries

Answer 1

D. to recruit young Christians from conquered lands to possibly become Janissaries

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