Question 1: What is an orthodox dynasty?
There is no consensus on orthodoxy in history. But why? The dispute between China and Yi? Many people think that the unified political power established by the Han nationality can be called orthodoxy, while the political power established by ethnic minorities depends on their specific historical status, such as Liao, Jin and Xixia.
There is another situation, that is, in the same era, there are several Han ethnic regimes coexisting, such as the Three Kingdoms period. At this time, according to the mainstream view, Shu Han, where Liu Bei is a descendant of the Han royal family, must be orthodox. However, Cao Pi took over the political power from Emperor Xian of Han Dynasty. Is that so? Orthodox? The location of the airport pick-up, so there is an orthodox dispute, which is also a very troublesome problem.
In the Qing Dynasty, what was the official statement? 24 history? All the countries here think it is orthodox.
As far as my personal point of view is concerned, the premise of orthodoxy has nothing to do with the size of the country, how long it has existed and whether it is prosperous or not. The most important thing is whether this dynasty has passed on the mainstream culture and values of the Chinese nation, so that the culture can be passed down step by step without fault. I think he is an orthodox dynasty.
Question 2: Was the Yuan Dynasty orthodox?
Whether the Yuan Dynasty was orthodox or not depends on its historical position.
First of all, the Yuan Dynasty took over the political power from the Song Dynasty and established a unified empire. Is it Song Dynasty? Orthodox? I brought it here. From the perspective of inheritance, he is the first heir.
Secondly, although the Yuan Dynasty was founded for the Mongols, and there were serious acts of national oppression during the period, it did not destroy the Han culture, and the foundation of the Han culture did not waver, and it successfully handed over these cultures to the Ming Dynasty, without causing historical and cultural faults.
Finally, the Yuan Dynasty was a unified country, and no one competed with him for orthodox status. If he is not orthodox, the history and culture of the Chinese nation will be interrupted 100 years, which is unrealistic.
To sum up, the Yuan Dynasty was an orthodox dynasty.
In fact, for future generations, it is of little significance to strive for the so-called orthodoxy of the former dynasty. Because at any time, any regime and dynasty that has appeared? They are all part of China for 5,000 years. Without one of them, we can't do it. Together, they formed the big family of the Chinese nation.
The above is purely a personal opinion. Please point out any mistakes. I hope my answer is helpful to you.