Coincidence?

Although the similarities between Persian, Indian, Japanese, and European governments may seem like a coincidence, there are actually many reasons why these four countries were experiencing similar forms of absolutism. During the time of change in the early modern era, governments were becoming more unified because of strong leaders who formed absolutist governments. This was a time of transition from the medieval period to the early modern period. The orderly governments were forming because of widespread economic prosperity and religious tolerance. Also, the invention of the printing press helped countries to become more unified because information was more accessible and circulated through a greater number of people. Trade between countries also helped fuel these similar changes because each country could specialize in products and therefore become more united. Each country also tried to compete with each other through the arts and architecture. They wanted to create structures that would be around for many years to come, and could stand as a symbol for their national pride. These architectural marvels included Versailles, the Taj Mahal, the Red Fort, and the Imperial Mosque. Different forms of art also emerged in each country which helped give more national pride and made each country unique. Overall, all these characteristics show how these countries were undergoing similar changes, but for specific changes that influenced each other and helped create national pride and transition into the modern era.