Ottoman Council and Sultanate Dynamics

The video discusses the first Ottoman Imperial law code issued by Sultan Memo II over 400 years ago. It highlights the inclusive nature of the Ottoman Empire, where even the lowest subjects could petition the Sultan. A story about Mehmed the Conqueror illustrates the Sultan's oversight of council deliberations, emphasizing his scrutiny and authority.

Who was responsible for leading the gatherings in the room where the first Ottoman Imperial law code was issued?

• The Grand Vizier

• The Sultan

• The Head of the Chancery

• The Ministers of the Treasury

What was unique about the rights of the lowest Ottoman subjects?

• They could become diplomats

• They had the right to an audience with the Sultan

• They were exempt from taxes

• They could issue laws

What could ordinary people do when they came to Istanbul?

• Submit a petition to the Sultan

• Join the council

• Lead the treasury

• Become a diplomat

What did the peasant allegedly ask when he entered the council room?

• What is the law code?

• Where is the treasury?

• Which one of you is the Sultan?

• Who is the Grand Vizier?

How did the Sultan ensure the correctness of council deliberations?

• By appointing a new Grand Vizier

• By attending every meeting

• By constructing a room behind a grill to observe

• By issuing new laws

What was the purpose of the room constructed behind the grill?

• To store important documents

• To allow the Sultan to observe council meetings secretly

• To hold diplomatic meetings

• To serve as a treasury

What was the reaction of the Sultan to the peasant's question?

• He laughed

• He ignored it

• He was insulted

• He was amused