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Because different kinds of clothing gave people different sorts of social status. If you accomplished something, or proved yourself a brave man in the war, you would get the privilege to wear special clothing or cut your hair short

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How are Aztec laws made?

In the Aztec society, laws were created by the emperor, advisers, and a council of nobles. The laws were usually based on traditions, customs, and religious beliefs. Punishments for breaking laws were often severe, including fines, slavery, or even death.


What were Aztec courts like?

Aztec courts were elaborate and hierarchical, with judges appointed by the ruler to preside over cases. They used a system of laws and punishments based on codices and oral tradition. Trials often involved witnesses and evidence, with the goal of reaching a fair and just resolution.


What are sumptuary laws?

Sumptuary laws (from the Latin sumtuariae leges) are laws which dictated, amongst other things, what color and type of clothing individuals were allowed to own and wear. This was an easy way to identify rank and privilege. They were usually used for social discrimination (very often in the sense of preventing non-aristocrats from imitating the appearance of aristocrats, sometimes also to specially mark out disfavored groups).


What are some dumb laws in zimbabawe?

Some outdated laws in Zimbabwe include wearing camouflage clothing outside the military, possessing or using a satellite dish without a license, and insulting the President. These laws are rarely enforced but are still technically in place.


What was a lasting influence of the laws passed durning the reconstruction period?

One lasting influence of the laws passed during the Reconstruction period was the establishment of citizenship rights for formerly enslaved individuals through the 14th Amendment. These laws laid the foundation for civil rights legislation that followed and continue to shape the legal rights and protections available to all citizens in the United States.

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What did aztec clothing and housing laws dictate?

The Aztec men wore loincloths and long capes. The women wore long skirts and blouses. Poor people generally wove their own cloth and made their own clothing.


When were the Aztec laws established?

IN 1113, AZTEC LAW WAS CREATED


What did the Aztec rulers do?

The Aztec ruler had great structures built, similar to the Egyptian rulers. They also made laws and headed the military of the civilization.


Where can you find a list of the Aztec laws?

http://www.ancientworlds.net/aw/Post/241666


What characteristics did the Aztec and Inca show societies share?

they both shared the same laws


How are Aztec laws made?

In the Aztec society, laws were created by the emperor, advisers, and a council of nobles. The laws were usually based on traditions, customs, and religious beliefs. Punishments for breaking laws were often severe, including fines, slavery, or even death.


What were some of the laws passed by parliament during this time period?

which period


What did the Aztec feather's represent?

The elaborate Aztec headdress was very much an important part of the culture. It was a symbol of the status of the person who was wearing it. The wearing of the head dresses was forbidden for common people and instructions about this were written into their laws and bylaws.


What is sumptuary law?

Sumtuary laws also governed clothing and household goods.


How many new laws?

Not enough context to answer this question. Laws regarding what? Which country? What time period?


What were Aztec courts like?

Aztec courts were elaborate and hierarchical, with judges appointed by the ruler to preside over cases. They used a system of laws and punishments based on codices and oral tradition. Trials often involved witnesses and evidence, with the goal of reaching a fair and just resolution.


Is it safe to burn clothing or bedding outside?

No. It is illegal to burn anything outside due to air pollution laws.