Qianlong was an important ruler in the history of the Qing dynasty, and his reign is regarded as the heyday of the Qing dynasty. Through a comprehensive examination and analysis of Qianlong's place in Chinese history, this thesis explores his contributions in the fields of politics, economics, culture and diplomacy. Qianlong demonstrated outstanding political skills and ruling wisdom and consolidated the Qing regime. He adopted an active economic policy that promoted agricultural production and laid the foundation for China's economic development. In addition, Qianlong's promotion and preservation of culture and the arts left a valuable legacy for China's artistic heritage. Qianlong's place in Chinese history cannot be overlooked, and his rule had a profound impact on China.

Rong Guang. A Test of Qianlong's Place in Chinese History. Academic Journal of Humanities & Social Sciences (2023) Vol. 6, Issue 10: 44-48. https://doi.org/10.25236/AJHSS.2023.061008.

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