The early Yuan Dynasty saw Guizhou indigenous peoples switch between surrendering and rebelling against the imperial government. By the late Yuan Dynasty, Guizhou stabilized under government control through a mix of punishment and leniency. The region was governed by a combination of native officials and the chieftain system. As the Yuan Dynasty progressed, Guizhou natives experienced growth in political, economic, cultural, and educational opportunities, setting the stage for development in the Ming dynasty.