One of the most significant reforms undertaken by Japan's Meiji oligarchs was
A) building a military aristocracy.
B) opening schools to train Japanese students in Western science and technology.
C) limiting the power of the emperor.
D) adopting Marxist economic policies.
E) All of these

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The opening of schools to train Japanese students in Western science and technology was one of the most significant reforms undertaken by Japan's Meiji oligarchs. This helped modernize Japan and it was a successful effort, which allowed Japan to establish a strong economy and military power. The Meiji oligarchs also abolished the feudal system, established a constitutional monarchy, and created a modern army and navy. However, limiting the power of the emperor and adopting Marxist economic policies are not among the most significant reforms undertaken by the Meiji oligarchs.

One of the Most Significant Reforms Undertaken by Japan's Meiji