Which of the following is the best description of the period known as Taisho democracy?
A) feudal-era localized democratic experiments
B) political system imposed on colonies by imperial Japan
C) elitist democracy practiced in Japan today
D) short-lived era of democratization during the 1920s

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Taisho democracy was a short-lived era of democratization during the 1920s in Japan. It was characterized by the expansion of political rights and increased political participation by the public. This period saw the emergence of political parties and the establishment of universal male suffrage in 1925. However, it was not a fully democratic system, as the emperor still held ultimate power and the military maintained significant influence.

Which of the Following Is the Best Description of the Period