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200

In this year, Martin Luther began the Protestant Reformation.

what is the year 1517?

200

This religion was founded in south Asia and has had a strong influence on regional culture, history, and society.

What is Sikhism?

200

Fostered a flourishing of culture and architecture, including the construction of the Taj Mahal.

What is the Mughal Empire?

200

Transformed communication, education, and the dissemination of knowledge, playing a key role in the Reformation and the spread of Renaissance ideas.

What is the Printing Press?

300

This year marks when Babur founded the Mughal Empire in India.

What is the year 1526?

300

This major sect of Islam has significantly influenced religious and political divisions within the Islamic world.

What is Shi'a Islam?

300

Established Shi'a Islam as the dominant religion in Iran and influenced the cultural and political landscape of the region.

What is the Safavid Empire?

300

Allowed for efficient tax collection and administration, but often led to corruption and inefficiency.

What is Ottoman Tax Farming?

400

In this year, the Qing Dynasty took control of China.

What is the year 1644?

400

This branch of Christianity dominated Western Europe and played a major role in shaping politics, culture, and spreading Christianity worldwide.

What is Roman Catholic?

400

Controlled a significant portion of Europe, Asia, and Africa, influencing global trade, culture, and politics.

What is the Ottoman Empire?

400

Facilitated the creation of a loyal, efficient administrative and military class within the Ottoman Empire.

What is the Devshirme System?

500

This year marks the Glorious Revolution, which limited the power of the English monarchy

What is the year(s) 1688-1689?

500

This is the largest and predominant branch of Islam, shaping religious practices, political systems, and culture across much of the Islamic world.

What is Sunni Islam?

500

Established the last imperial dynasty of China, overseeing a period of significant territorial expansion and cultural development.

 What is the Manchu Dynasty?

500

Led to significant religious, cultural, and political changes in Europe, including the fragmentation of the Catholic Church and the rise of various Protestant denominations.

What is the Protestant Reformation?