Why Did Han Officials Encourage Peasants to Be Independent and Productive

Why did Han officials encourage peasants to be independent and productive?

A) Peasants made up the bulk of the population and contributed vital taxes and labor services to the state.
B) All peasants had high social ambitions and were easily coerced into doing difficult jobs for the possibility of advancement.
C) China's peasants were well known for their military skills and were required to serve in the emperor's army.
D) Most peasants also had secondary skills such as metalworking and weaving and were vital to keeping the economy strong.