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Why was Hebei called Zhili during the Qing dynasty?
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During the Qing dynasty (1644–1911/12), the region now known as Hebei was designated as Zhili province. The name Zhili translates to "Directly Ruled," reflecting the province’s unique administrative status as the area under the direct jurisdiction of the imperial government.1