Joseon
1608년~경제
Implementation of the Daedong Tax Law
The Daedong Law replaced the tribute system of local specialties with a land-area-based tax paid in rice, cloth, or coin, beginning in Gyeonggi Province, thereby reducing the burden on farmers.
Key developments
- 1608년Pilot Implementation in Gyeonggi
Under King Gwanghaegun, the Daedong Law was first piloted in Gyeonggi Province at the recommendation of Yi Weon-ik.
- 1651년Expanded to Chungcheong and Jeolla
Thanks to Kim Yuk's efforts under King Hyojong, the Daedong Law was extended to Chungcheong and Jeolla Provinces.
- 1708년Nationwide Completion
Under King Sukjong, the Daedong Law was fully implemented nationwide (except Pyeongan and Hamgyeong), completing a century-long reform.
- 경제 효과Rise of Merchants and Commercial Economy
The Daedong Law gave rise to licensed merchants (gongin) and accelerated the development of a commodity-money economy in late Joseon.