What was an unintended political consequence of Ismail I's religious reforms?
Increased Piracy
Trade Sanctions
Secular-Theocratic Conflict
Economic Depression
Answer
Secular-Theocratic Conflict arose due to the unintended consequence of Ismail I's religious reforms. It sparked tensions between secular Safavid elites who sought political power and religious authorities who aimed to maintain their influence. This division manifested as a struggle for authority, leading to political instability and internal conflict within the Safavid dynasty, compromising its long-term stability and unity.
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