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How was Japan transformed during Emperor Meiji's reign?

  • from an isolationist, feudal state to an industrialized world power

  • introduction of democracy

  • changed to a military dictatorship

  • embraced communism

Answer

During Emperor Meiji's reign, Japan underwent a remarkable transformation from an isolated, feudal state to a modern, industrialized world power. This period of rapid modernization, known as the Meiji Restoration, saw Japan adopt Western technologies, political systems, and economic practices. The country's infrastructure was dramatically overhauled, with the construction of railways, factories, and shipyards. The education system was reformed, and a new constitution was adopted, establishing a constitutional monarchy.
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