The major changes in political structures, social and economic life occurred during each of the following
China is a country greatly known for their increasing population and their work culture that is full discipline, but there is more to china than what we see today. They have a rich culture of beliefs and customs that go way back in time when they had dynasties.
The Sui dynasty lasted from 581 – 618; it was a short lived dynasty in China that was under the emperor Sui, it led to the unification of the southern and northern parts of china that had been greatly divided. Economically during this era, the emperor tried to bridge the gap between the rich and the poor, this he did by introducing agriculture to the people. this would yield more revenue for the people and the country that led to improvement in the living standards (Bowman, 2000). Politically during this time some political reforms were implemented like the three ministries and the six departments were officiated at that time. Socially there was the introduction of Buddhism as a religion that acted even more like a unifying factor.
During the Sui dynasty it was associated with heavy taxes and forced labour in the construction of the Great Wall of China and also the canals.
The tang dynasty came after the Sui dynasty, and lasted between 618- 907. It is regarded as the highest point of Chinese civilization. Politically during this time, the population increased and this led to increase in the troops which would fight other troops and be able to capture territories (Benn, 2002). There was the civil service that was meant to serve the public to the best of their ability. Economically, due to the increase in territories there was increase in production of agricultural products and trade immensely increased. The areas were developed and the government stabilised. Socially Buddhism became prominent, education was greatly encouraged and most of China’s current literature and poems started during that time.
The song dynasty, lasted from 960 – 1279, it was a strong dynasty in China. It was the first dynasty in the world history to make and present paper money to the public to be used for commercial purposes (Bowman, 2000). Politically it had the strongest military power, this is because it was the first to introduce the navy. Their military was the first to use gunpowder and the navy was the first to use a compass while at sea. This ensured that the empire was properly protected and defended. Socially there was increase in the population; this led to increase in the economic activity, because an increased population increases the market for goods and the labour in the country. This also leads to more innovation and invention as people are looking for new opportunities in the commercial part of the country.
References
Benn, Charles, (2002), China’s Golden Age; Everyday Life in Tang Dynasty, Oxford university press, New York
Bowman, John S. (2000), Columbian Chronologies of China History and Culture, Orthodox Publishers, New York
