In the tenth century, regional Muslim rulers became independent of the caliph, relying instead on
A) alliances with Christian powers in order to fend off caliphate interference.
B) the Muslim lack of interest in politics, which allowed the regional rulers to ignore the caliphate.
C) armies of Turkish mercenaries, known as Mamluks, for military support.
D) armies of Christian mercenaries, known as Saracens, for military support.

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In the tenth century, regional Muslim rulers indeed became more autonomous from the caliphate and often relied on armies of Turkish mercenaries, known as Mamluks, for military support. This practice helped them maintain and expand their power independently of the caliph.

In the Tenth Century, Regional Muslim Rulers Became Independent of the Caliph