Why did the ruler of the Mongol Empire decide to adopt certain Chinese customs?

The Mongol ruler adopted some Chinese customs to make his rule more acceptable to the Chinese population. Since Mongolian traditions might have been unfamiliar or unwelcome in China, adopting local practices was a practical compromise that helped govern the empire. The best choice is that he understood Mongolian customs might not be accepted in China, so he made compromises.

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