_______ became the dominant religion on the Southeast Asian mainland from 1500 to 1800.

**Buddhism **became the dominant religion on the southeast Asian mainland from 1500 to 1800.

Answered by naǫ | 2024-06-10

From 1500 to 1800, Buddhism was the dominant religion on the Southeast Asian mainland, primarily influencing countries like Thailand, Burma, and Laos. Kings promoted Buddhism as a means of legitimizing their rule and contributing to the cultural landscape. This period saw the establishment of powerful Buddhist kingdoms and temples, alongside a coexistence with local animistic beliefs.
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Answered by naǫ | 2024-12-26