What kind of emperor was Liu Ying in the Han Dynasty?

Liu Ying (2 10- BC1September 26th, 88), son of Emperor Hui of Han Dynasty, Emperor Gaozu Liu Bang and Lv Hou, was the second emperor of the Western Han Dynasty. He succeeded to the throne at the age of sixteen. Politically, Emperor Hui of the Han Dynasty implemented benevolent policies, reduced or exempted taxes, promoted Cao Can as prime minister, followed the rules, kept politics clear, and made the country prosperous and the people safe.

Economically, it continued Liu Bangshi's policy of suppressing people's livelihood and promoted economic prosperity.

In terms of ideology and culture, the imprisonment of the Qin Dynasty was abolished, which made the philosophy of Huang Lao replace the legalist school and opened the door for the development of various ideas. However, during the reign of the weak Emperor Han Hui, power was actually in the hands of the powerful mother Lv Hou.

Construction: During his short career as emperor, Liu Ying also completed the overall transformation of Chang 'an City.