Land is the foundation for people's livelihood, and taxes are the source of national income. Farming and mulberry cultivation have always been a top priority for the Central Plains dynasty. All dynasties have taken this as a major policy for the country. If the Tang Dynasty wanted to maintain its advantage in national strength forever,

It is urgent to correct the shortcomings in mulberry farming.

During the imperial examination every year, the theory of farming and mulberry trees was a required question. The purpose was to make officials who entered the official field not forget the country and the foundation of the people, so that they could live in the wild and feed the emperor.

The previous imperial court's acquisition of the land of Fo clan in the world alleviated the conflicts on local land to a certain extent, but this could not fundamentally solve the fundamental problem; so Li Chengqian specially published a book on the relocation of narrow rural areas to wider areas.

Township, this chapter of immigration to guard the border.

But this was a matter related to the foundation of the country, so Li Shimin had to deal with it seriously. He did not rush to discuss it with the ministers, but called his three sons. After the family's opinions were unified, external matters could be discussed easily.

From the Northern Wei Dynasty to the Tang Dynasty, the land equalization system was implemented in land policy. In places where the land is narrow and there are many people, those who move to receive land and are unwilling to move will not be able to receive land according to the law. Most of their households receive less than

Kuanxiang. In other words, a place with vast land and sparsely populated areas is called Kuanxiang, and a place with narrow land and densely populated area is called Xiaoxiang.

Moreover, the nobles and gentry do not need to pay taxes and serve as slaves. The country's financial resources come from the common people. Once any natural or man-made disaster occurs, the people will have nothing to gain and the imperial treasury will also be empty. As far as the country is concerned,

This is completely a huge gamble, and whether it is good or bad depends on God's will. Neither the emperor nor Li Chengqian are willing to gamble with the country.

There are already a lot of people living on rented land. If no measures are taken, this situation will become more and more serious. The consequences of land annexation during the Han Dynasty are just around the corner. We must learn from the past.

Therefore, with this in mind, Li Chengqian put forward the following suggestions in his memorial: First, anyone who moves to a narrow country or a wide country will be exempted from taxes and labor for one year if he moves one hundred miles, and two years if he moves two hundred miles.

If you move 300 miles away, you will be exempted from tax for three years, and the number of years of tax exemption will be determined based on the distance you move.

The second is to divide the land into one and unify the land. The content is to abolish the poll tax, reduce the burden of the lower class people, relax the control of the population, and fundamentally prevent the children from being sold into slavery due to tax evasion, which will cause losses to the country.

The population is strong, and the people suffer from the separation of their children.

Third, the officials and gentry work as one and pay taxes as one. This policy means that officials and landlords must also pay taxes, which means that their tax-exempt privileges are abolished. They must pay taxes and taxes like the common people. This optimizes the tax structure and allows the wealthy class to bear more burdens.

tax liability.

Fourthly, it is right to increase the amount of funds to support integrity. It is right for the court to impose severe punishments on officials, but it is also estimated that officials can only be loyal to the king and benefit the people if they have no worries about their livelihood. Otherwise, it is just right to die.

Fifth, immigrants and newly occupied land were cultivated, while tax exemptions and exemptions were extended, a large amount of land was given, and cattle were rewarded to stabilize their businesses. Whether heading west or north, the Tang Dynasty had newly occupied land since Zhenguan.

There is a lot of land, this method can not only relieve the tension of the land, but also consolidate the rule of the border.

"Qingque, please tell me what you think of your eldest brother's words!" Li Shimin knew in his heart that Gao Ming did it deliberately. Why, it was because he had already made a plan when he was rectifying the fo sect.

We are preparing for a major war, so we propose that all soldiers and horses in the world be under martial law.

The reason why there is no letter to lift the ban until now is because I want to use this momentum to break it with force. Those who follow it will prosper, and those who go against it will perish. All ministers and nobles should take the example of the Fo Sect as a warning, otherwise there will be consequences if they turn around.

The calamity of killing oneself will affect the whole family and the life of the whole clan. It seems a bit rude, but in today's situation, it is still a good move. Sooner or later, it will be moved anyway, why not strike while the iron is hot!

Seeing Li Tai's evasive appearance, Li You couldn't help but cursed in his heart, and then stood up and replied: "Going back to my father, I agree very much with what my eldest brother said! I don't have much education, and I don't know so many truths. How can I lead you?"

I have been in the military for many years and have been to many places. I know that as long as the people have a livelihood and food to live on, they will not be taken advantage of by treacherous people."

"My brother's plan can prevent the rich and nobles from causing a great crisis to the country's foundation. It will impose great restrictions on wealth and slave ownership. At that time, no matter how much land there is, it will be useless. It can also increase taxes and consolidate the border areas. Why bother?

No!

Yes, anyone who touches the interests will be resentful, but I have no fear of using my sword again. If there are disobedient people who cause chaos, my son and I are willing to be my father and my brother will destroy him."

When Li You said this, he felt no burden at all. He was not only the prince of the country, but also a vassal of the East Palace. Whatever the prince said, do it. He listened to the order; as for right or wrong, that's the same as

He doesn't have much to do with it, and if his father hadn't asked, he would definitely not have said it in such detail.

Isn’t it unnecessary for the father to ask this question? Li You grew up in the East Palace. Of course he and the prince wear the same pants. So what is there to discuss about this matter today? It would be too unfair! Why not

All the ministers have been called over. Only by working together can justice be done!

But Li You, who has always pretended to be mute, has spoken, and he can't drag it out any longer. He can be as good as the prince, but he can't be worse than this idiot like the fifth child!

After sighing in his heart, he cupped his hands and replied: "My elder brother's words are the right principles for governing the country and ensuring peace. The people are the foundation of the country, and the country is peaceful. I naturally agree with it! But I also have some doubts. Honored gentry

This is the foundation of the imperial court. Should we distinguish them from the common people? Wait for three to five years, take your time, so as not to fall into the trap of others."

There was a precedent of the third son, and Li Tai knew in his heart that whoever came into a head-on confrontation with the prince would suffer, even if he died, his death would be in vain. Therefore, he could only use the noble gentry as an excuse to find fault, or

It is a family talk, so that his father will not underestimate him.

After the two of them finished replying, Li Shimin squinted his eyes and nodded, then turned to look at Li Chengqian: "Gao Ming, what do you think of Qingque's words!"

"Cut the tangle with a quick knife, and cut the skinned pork with a blunt knife, which may lead to endless troubles. I thought it would be better to treat it together. This is the same as the emperor's father at the beginning of the Zhenguan period and provincial officials.", the fourth child's plan.

He could see its intention before he expected it, let alone his father.

"Okay, since you don't have any big differences, then this matter can be discussed in court. After the court discussion, Gao Ming will take charge and Qingque will assist.

You three brothers must remember that when brothers work together, their strength is greater than gold, and only when the family is harmonious can everything prosper. This matter is a good thing for the country and the people, and there must be no mistakes. Do you understand?" After saying this, Li Shimin also deliberately left it out.
Chapter completed!