In the 1430s, what policy did china follow in terms ofcontact with other countries?

China during the 1430s was the time of maritime explorations. The main reason for doing so is to trade with other countries. Zhu Di ordered for a great maritime explorations and left together with the fleet. The explorations were put on halt due to his death. The next emperor saw it as unnecessary and made a policy of Maritime Ban. Due to this policy the country was not able to trade and establish relationships with outside. The policy was lifted a few years after to regain trade functions but was later implemented again.

the catholic church withhold people's access to the bible during the middle ages.

people could go to church and listen to the teachings, but it was absolutely forbidden to own and/or read the books of both the old and new testaments. it was also prohibited to translate the books (which where originally in biblical hebrew) to any other language.

this was done so the church could remain in control of what their teachings were and to enhance their importance and power, while also being able to judge people's actions through information that was unavailable for the general public.

information is crucial for making good decisions