The leaders of the Meiji government did not believe in democracy yet it established the 'Diet'- an elected assembly. Explain this apparent contradiction in one sentence

Answer 1

The leaders of the Meiji government created the 'Diet' as a means of incorporating aspects of democratic governance while still maintaining their authoritarian control over the state.

Answer 2

Are you sure

Answer 3

I apologize for any confusion caused. The Meiji government, although it implemented a form of elected assembly known as the 'Diet', did not fully embrace democracy but rather utilized it as a means to legitimize their rule and consolidate their power.

Answer 4

Answer in one sentence must be along that line:
The leaders knew from their study of western history that 'political absolution' led to popular discontent.

Answer 5

The leaders of the Meiji government established the 'Diet' as a concession to prevent popular discontent and maintain stability, even though they did not fully believe in democracy.