Confucian ideas were adopted by the Japanese during Prince Shotoku's reign. Which of the following institutions was most heavily affected by Confucianism?

A.
trade
B.
family
C.
religion
D.
government

1 answer

The institution most heavily affected by Confucianism during Prince Shotoku's reign in Japan was D. government. Confucianism emphasized a hierarchical social structure, the importance of moral leadership, and the role of a just government, all of which influenced the political organization and ideology in Japan at that time.