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The economy and the persistence of serfdom and its impact on economic development.
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Catherine the Great and Russia, 1762–1796
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The economy and the persistence of serfdom and its impact on economic development
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What was one of the main economic policies implemented by Catherine the Great during her reign?
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Catherine the Great promoted agricultural reforms to improve productivity and modernize farming techniques.
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- Serfdom: A system where peasants are bound to the land and under the control of landowners, limiting their freedom and economic opportunities.
- Economic Reforms: Policies aimed at improving the economic structure, productivity, and efficiency of a nation.
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Overgeneralizing Catherine's reforms: Acknowledge that while Catherine implemented reforms, the persistence of serfdom significantly limited their effectiveness.
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