Yu Minzhong
| Yu Minzhong | |
|---|---|
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| Born |
1714 Jintan, Jiangsu province |
| Died | 1779 |
| Nationality | Qing Empire |
| Occupation | chief grand councilor |
| Known for | rise of corruption |
Yu Minzhong (Chinese: 于敏中; pinyin: Yú Mǐnzhōng, 1714-1779) was an official of the Qing Dynasty, who served as chief grand councilor for part of the reign of the Qianlong Emperor. Yu Minzhong was a native of Jintan, Jiangsu province. In 1737, he became a Zhuangyuan of the Imperial examination.[1] Before his appointment as chief grand councilor, he served as an editor and scribe to the emperor.[1] During his tenure as chief grand councilor, a significant rise in corruption occurred.[1]