What was Hammurabi's most important achievement as the ruler of Babylon?

A.
He built extensive canals, which carried water to many parts of his kingdom.

B.
He established permanent armies, which he used to control his empire.

C.
He appointed governors to rule over conquered cities.

D.
He was responsible for the first codification of laws.

Question

What was Hammurabi's most important achievement as the ruler of Babylon?	
 
 A.
He built extensive canals, which carried water to many parts of his kingdom.
 
 B.
He established permanent armies, which he used to control his empire.
 
 C.
He appointed governors to rule over conquered cities.
 
 D.
He was responsible for the first codification of laws.

anonymous · Answer

D, his forming of the Hammurabi's Code was the first form of written law, written in Akkadin language, using cuneiform.