What was the historical context that led to the development of Confucianism and Taoism?

The two main causes that helped the rise and development of Confucianism was the Han Dynasty and the upper class appearance associated with Confucianism. Confucianism caused more peace throughout China, respect towards elders and social superiors, fair leaders of society, and good ethics. The 6th century B.C.E. was an amazing time of philosophical growth for ancient China. It was during that time that the two most influential spiritual leaders native to China, Confucius and Lao-tzu, are thought to have lived and taught. The philosophies that they practiced, Taoism and Confucianism, existed simultaneously in dynastic China. because of the current times of peace the love of both philosophy's  by rulers they ere able to spread quite well.

the correct answer option is: weapons.

explanation:

tensions rose as the two opposing superpowers competed for 'weapons'.

referring to the cold war (1945-1991), the two superpowers, usa and ussr, experienced a phase of struggle and conflict with each other. these two superpowers considered each other as a threat to their survival and thus opted for policies to strengthen their positions.

the two superpowers never went to war with each other directly but competed for weapons to preserve their positions.

answer; i believe its (jade); good luck