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What was Hong Taiji's role in the consolidation of the empire?

  • He was responsible for it

  • He was not involved in it

  • He was only partially responsible for it

  • He opposed it

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Hong Taiji, the second ruler of the Qing dynasty, played a crucial role in the consolidation of the Manchu empire. Through a series of military conquests, he expanded the territory under Qing control, incorporating Mongolia and parts of Korea. He also implemented administrative reforms, strengthening the central government and promoting Manchu culture and language.
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