New Government Period Flashcards
1
Q
When did the New Government Period begin?
A
After the Boxer Uprising- 1901
2
Q
Why did Cixi suddenly begin reform?
A
- Realised she had to to keep control
- Needed to strengthen the Qing’s legitimacy
3
Q
What were the reforms implemented during this period?
A
- Modern schools
- Overseas study
- Abandonment of Confucian exams
- Imperial posts filled by people with understanding of current affairs
- Ministries introduced
- Investigation of foreign constitutional governments
- 9-year plan for the introduction of national parliament
- Provincial Assemblies
- New armies with better pay and weapons
- Units commanded by regional generals
4
Q
Why did reform actually lead to a revolutionary situation?
A
People did not receive the rapid progress they expected
