Question

How did the Qin dynasty best reflect Legalist principles?

Answer 1

The Qin adopted the legalism in warfare (against the other states). They crushed one state after the other. This phylosophy worked for them in war so they decided to continue with its principles in peace time. The Qin Dinasty reflected Legalist principles by enacting laws. It was a way to control the population of China and there were severe penalties for breaking the laws, including fines and conscription in the army.

Answer 2

Unification of China by the Qin ruler Shi Huangdi and his autocracy with harsh Legalist principles best  reflect the Legalist principles of the Qin dynasty.

Further Explanations:

The “Qin Dynasty” was the first empire of Imperial China that lasted for 15 years. It was named Qin dynasty after his founder Qin Shi Huang who was also the first emperor of the dynasty. The dynasty is well known for his Legalist reforms introduced by ShangYang that was credited for the strengthening of the dynasty. The rulers carried out numerous conquests, ending the authority of the Zhou Dynasty and later conquered the remaining six states of the Warring States.  

The Qins took advantage of their enemies’ weakness and were accused of being avaricious, preserve and insincerity. Legalist theory gave a strong governance to the dynasty with little internal opposition and talented men in the administration. Another advantage of the dynasty was its large and efficient military troops with capable military generals. They introduced modern transportation methods and weaponry which gave them mobility over other region of China.

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Answer Details

Grade: High school

Subject: History

Chapter: Qin Dynasty

Keywords:

Qin Dynasty, Imperial China, Qin Shi Huang, Legalist, Zhou Dynasty, Warring States, avaricious, preserve, insincerity, administration, military troops, transportation methods, weaponry