Which two philosophies to maintain a strong central government in china? legalismbuddhismmandate of heaventaoismconfucianism

The correct answer is A) Legalism and E) Confucianism.

The two philosophies that helped to maintain a strong central government in China were  Legalism and Confucianism.

Confucianism is considered the state religion of China for it's moral, political, and religious philosophy that influenced imperial China. Confucianism influenced heavily the Tang Dynasty and the Song Dynasty.

Legalism principles influenced the form of government in China in that it was based on the Trinity of Fa-the principle of the law; Shu-the method and tactic; and Shi-the legitimacy of power. Both Legalism and Confucianism were philosophies that helped to maintain a strong central government in China

the authority to tax.