Question

In which area of governance did the influence of the Mongols on the Ottoman, Safavid, and Mughal empires prove to be the most problematic?
a. Reliance on a central, dominant military leader
b. Military tactics dependent upon cavalry and siege
c. Independent division of territories as a solution to succession
d. Lack of a clearly designated successor to the imperial throne

Answer 1

D. Lack of a clearly designated successor to the imperial throne. During the decline of the empires, the succession of the throne became a contest between family members. Hope this helps.