Diocletian reforms

Diocletian’s reforms were measures taken in the late 3rd and early 4th centuries to stabilize the Roman Empire. He divided the vast empire into smaller regions called dioceses, each governed by a regional official. He created a tetrarchy—four leaders—to share imperial power, making management more efficient and reducing turmoil. Diocletian also restructured the economy by limiting inflation, fixed prices, and reforming the tax system. Additionally, he strengthened the military and improved bureaucratic control. These reforms aimed to secure the empire’s stability amid chaos and defend it against external threats.