What is the system of rule in which Japanese emperors abdicated but continued to exercise power through surrogates? a. Second governmentb. Screened governmentc. Hidden powerd. Cloistered government

d. Cloistered Government

Explanation:

Cloistered Government -

During the Heian period, this system was established, according to which an emperor may resign from his work, but still can get back the power, is referred to as cloistered government.

It is a special form of Imperial government.

The retired government have a significant part in the government matter.

Hence, from the given statement of the question,

The correct term is Cloistered Government.