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Which practice decreased in prominence as Xuanzong's reign declined?

  • Trade

  • Buddhism

  • Meritocracy

  • Agriculture

Answer

Meritocracy, the system of government in which officials are selected based on their abilities, declined as Xuanzong's reign came to an end. This decline was brought about by a number of factors, including Xuanzong's increasing dependence on eunuchs and his own growing autocratic tendencies. The decline of meritocracy had a significant impact on the Tang Dynasty, as it led to a decline in the quality of governance and increased corruption.
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