Asked by berlanda

How did the Ottoman Empire respond to non-Muslims?

It forced them to convert to Islam.
It offered them freedom of religion.
It forced them to leave the Empire.
It offered them freedom of speech.

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
It offered them freedom of religion.

Under the millet system non‑Muslim communities (Christians, Jews, etc.) were allowed to practice their faith, govern many of their own affairs, and be legally protected, though they were subject to special taxes (jizya) and certain social/legal restrictions as dhimmis.