Russian Reforms of Ivan the Terrible

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What was the purpose of the Law Code 'Sudebnik' enacted in 1550 CE?

To strengthen royal power and impose restrictions on aristocrats

What was the significance of the 1556 CE military reform initiated by Ivan?

It led to the creation of the Russian standing army ('streletz' corps)

What was the main purpose of the Council of the Hundred Chapters, established in 1551 CE?

To implement religious reforms and unify rituals and rules of icon painting

Test your knowledge of the reforms implemented by Ivan the Terrible, including the Zemsky Sobor, Law Code 'Sudebnik', Council of the Hundred Chapters, and the zemsky reform. Explore the impact of these reforms on Russian society and governance.

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