"The P,E,R,S,I,A's of the empires"

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France under Louis XIV: King Louis XIV ruled alone, declared wars to gain power, brought wealth to France, eliminated Protestants, and promoted art and science. Tokugawa Japan: Unified government, thriving economy, religious tolerance, stable society, high literacy rates, and emphasis on the arts. The Mughal Empire: Centralized government, agriculture-based economy, religious tolerance, unique language, scientific advancements, and architectural achievements. The Ottoman Empire: Ruled by one family, controlled trade, Muslim religion, class system, intellectual pursuits, and calligraphy. Russia under Peter and Catherine the Great: Equality, economic development, religious restrictions, social inequality, scientific reasoning, and Western influence. Qing China: Powerful emperor, agricultural and silk industries, Confucian principles, diversity in the court, intellectual pursuits, and patronage of the arts.