Under Sultan Selim III, who reigned from 1789 to 1807, the Ottoman government underwent significant reforms aimed at modernizing the empire. He initiated the Nizam-ı Cedid, or "New Order," which sought to reorganize the military and introduce Western-style administrative and educational reforms. Selim's efforts faced resistance from traditionalists and ultimately led to his deposition, but his reforms laid the groundwork for further modernization efforts in the empire. His reign marked a pivotal shift towards embracing Western influence in governance and military structure.
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