Tanzimat Reform

The Tanzimat Reforms were a series of changes in the Ottoman Empire during the 19th century, aimed at modernizing its administration and society. Initiated around 1839, these reforms sought to improve legal rights, governance, and education, and to adapt to European powers' influence. Key aspects included the establishment of a secular legal system, equal rights for all citizens regardless of religion, and infrastructure improvements. The goal was to strengthen the empire and prevent decline by creating a more efficient and equitable state, but these reforms also faced resistance and led to social and political tensions.