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Qing Dynasty Internal Affairs Office: The most important place to govern the court - reveal the secrets of Du Yusi and the sticky pole
Behind the glory of the Qing Dynasty, there was a little-known institution - the Ministry of Internal Affairs. It is often thought that it is just an idle department responsible for the daily chores of the court, but the truth is far more complicated than that. Today, let's delve into this mysterious world and learn about the two unknown departments of the Ministry of Internal Affairs: Du Yu Division and Sticky Pole, and explore the intrigues and secrets behind them.
The court of the Qing Dynasty was a world of intertwined powers and surging undercurrents. The emperor is high above the temple and holds the power of life and death, and the Ministry of Internal Affairs is the core of this power vortex. It was not only the manager of the affairs of the court, but also a sharp sword in the hands of the emperor, ready to eradicate dissent for the emperor.
Du Yusi, this somewhat unfamiliar sounding name, is actually an elite force in the Ministry of Internal Affairs. It is responsible for the selection and appointment of military officials, the salaries and evaluations of officers and soldiers, and the autumn hunting. However, this is only its superficial duty. Secretly, Du Yusi is the emperor's confidant, with a lot of intelligence and human resources. They used their power to eradicate potential threats and opponents for the emperor. During the Qianlong period, Du Yusi participated in the arrest of the powerful French monks, showing his strong strength and means.
However, in the Ministry of Internal Affairs, there is an even more mysterious and low-key department - the Sticky Pole Division. The department began as an idle agency tasked with capturing knowledge, but over time its functions gradually shifted. In the last years of Kangxi, with the fierce struggle of the nine sons to seize the heir, the sticky pole gradually became the emperor's secret weapon. They lurked in the shadows, spying on intelligence, eradicating dissidents, and making great achievements for the emperor to maintain his rule and the stability of the court. In the Yongzheng period, the sticky rod reached its peak. They used their intelligence network to infiltrate the minister's home and collect all kinds of private information to provide the emperor with a basis for decision-making. At the same time, they were also responsible for carrying out some secret missions, such as assassinations, kidnappings, etc., to eradicate those potential enemies for the emperor.
However, the expansion of power is often accompanied by corruption and depravity. In the Ministry of Internal Affairs and its subordinate agencies, some problems have gradually been exposed. Some officials use their power for personal gain and oppress the people; Some institutions are competing with each other for power and resources. These problems not only seriously affected the reputation and image of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, but also brought great hidden dangers to the rule of the Qing Dynasty.
In these intrigues and struggles, we see the complex and dark side of human nature. Power is a double-edged sword, it can bring glory and status, but it can also lead to depravity and destruction. In the Ministry of Internal Affairs and its subordinate institutions, we see how power is abused and used as a tool for personal gain. At the same time, we have seen the tragic end of those who will do whatever it takes for power and status.
Through an in-depth understanding of the historical background and functional positioning of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the Du Yu Division, and the Sticky Pole Division, we can't help but wonder: how should power be used correctly? How can abuse of power and corruption be avoided? These questions are not only a reflection on the history of the Qing Dynasty, but also a warning to our society today.
Behind the seemingly idle department of the Qing Dynasty Internal Affairs Office, there were countless intrigues and struggles. As the elite forces of the Internal Affairs Bureau, the Du Yu Division and the Sticky Pole Office made great achievements for the emperor to maintain the stability of the rule and the court. However, with the expansion and abuse of power, the Ministry of Internal Affairs and its subordinate institutions have gradually exposed some problems. These problems not only affected the reputation and image of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, but also brought great hidden dangers to the rule of the Qing Dynasty. From today's point of view, we should learn from history, exercise the power in our hands correctly, and avoid repeating the mistakes of the past.
So, readers, how do you think that in today's society, we can exercise power correctly and avoid abuse and corruption? This is a question worth pondering.