Which of the following is not true about the Roman Emperor Constantine ?

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The correct option is 3:

The statement "Appointed co-ruler in the west" is not true about Emperor Constantine I. While Constantine ruled the Western Roman Empire following his victory at the Battle of Milvian Bridge in 312 CE, he did not appoint a co-ruler (Caesar or Augustus) in the west after eliminating his rivals. Instead, his entire reign was characterized by a move towards centralized, single rule. His eventual goal was the unification of the entire Roman Empire under his sole control, which he achieved in 324 CE after defeating Licinius (the eastern co-ruler). Throughout his effective rule over the western provinces, Constantine governed directly until his death, consolidating power rather than dividing it.

The incorrect option is 1: Accepted christianity. This is true. Constantine issued the Edict of Milan in 313 CE, granting legal status and religious tolerance to Christianity throughout the Roman Empire, effectively ending official persecution.

The incorrect option is 2: Developed monarchy. This is true. Constantine moved away from the Diocletianic Tetrarchy (rule by four) and centralized power, establishing a more absolute, monarchical system of rule for the empire.

The incorrect option is 4: Bore the title of "equal to Apostles". This is true. Following his death, Constantine was widely revered, particularly in the Eastern Church. He was given the titles *Isapostolos* (Equal to the Apostles) and "The Great" by the Orthodox Church for his role in legalizing and promoting Christianity.