How did Japan become a great imperial power before the First World War?
Explain with examples. (8 marks) Ans. The 19th Century witnessed the growth of Japan as an imperialistic power. Japan made much progress on all sides, especially in its industrial, military as well its imperialistic expansion. The Japanese progress in the 19th century can be attributed to the Meiji ear (1867-1902) .In 1868 the rule of the military generals or the shoguns ended and emperor Mitshito was restored his powers. This event is known as the Meiji restoration. Militarism, however, continued unabated. Infect, it became the main feature of Meiji era. Universal military service was introduced to attract the warrior class of Japan into the army service. French and German instructors were inducted in the army to learn the modern methods. Special efforts were made to recognize military in Japan from 1867 to 1885 A.D.As a result; Japan became a power to reckon with. It became a war like nation, with an eagerness to rule the world. Japan needed raw materials for her industries so she in
