The Han people, who form the majority ethnic group in China, did recognize the Qing Dynasty, which ruled China from 1644 to 1912. The Qing Dynasty was established by the Manchu people, who originated from what is now northeastern China. After the fall of the Ming Dynasty, the Qing consolidated power and expanded its territory significantly.
Over time, the Qing emperors adopted Confucian governance practices and promoted policies that helped


