Question

The Ottoman Empire's recruitment of soldiers and bureaucrats through the system depicted in the image is most similar to which broader method that rulers used to strengthen their empires in the period 1450-1750 ?

A- The collection of tribute
B- Establishment of religious uniformity
C- Abolition of feudal privileges
D- The granting of autonomy to minority groups

Answer 1

The Ottoman Empire's recruitment system, known as the devshirme, is most similar to the collection of tribute as a method used by rulers to strengthen their empires during the period 1450-1750.

Step-by-step explanation:

The Ottoman Empire's recruitment of soldiers and bureaucrats through the devshirme system is most similar to A- the collection of tribute as a broader method used by rulers to strengthen their empires during the period 1450-1750.

1. The devshirme system involved the selection of young Christian boys to serve the Ottoman state.
2. These boys were brought to Istanbul, converted to Islam, and given an education.
3. They were then trained to become scribes, administrators, or soldiers, and played important roles in the empire.