Why Did the Ottoman, Safavid, and Mughal Empires Decline Simultaneously

question 68

Multiple Choice

Why did the Ottoman, Safavid, and Mughal Empires decline simultaneously?

• A) Inability to adjust to the changes in military technology and the world economy
• B) Natural disasters
• C) The bubonic plague
• D) Declining birthrates combined with fertility problems
• E) A religious prohibition against banking

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Definitions:

Initiative Versus Guilt

A stage in Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development where children learn to plan and achieve goals while dealing with the risk of feeling guilty about their desires and efforts.

Slow and Cautious

A mindful approach where actions are taken with deliberate thought to minimize risks or errors.

Lacking Initiative

The absence or deficiency in the willingness to take actions or steps towards achieving goals without being prompted by others.

Competence Development

The process of acquiring and developing the skills and knowledge necessary to perform effectively.