Which of the following was a consequence of the Taiping Uprising?

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The Taiping Uprising (1850-1864) significantly weakened the Qing dynasty, but it did not lead to its immediate collapse. Instead, one of the notable consequences was the empowerment of local and provincial leaders. As the central Qing government struggled to suppress the rebellion, it increasingly relied on regional armies and the gentry to maintain order and contribute resources. This shift allowed the provincial gentry to consolidate their power, often at the expense of the central state, leading to a more decentralized political structure in the latter years of the Qing dynasty.

Which of the Following Was a Consequence of the Taiping