Catherine modernized Russia from "summary" of Catherine the Great by Robert K. Massie
Catherine modernized Russia not only by introducing Western European ideas and culture but also by implementing significant reforms that transformed the country's political, social, and economic landscape. She believed that Russia needed to catch up with the rest of Europe and saw herself as the agent of change that would bring the country into the modern era. One of Catherine's most significant contributions was the creation of a new legal code, known as the Nakaz, which aimed to modernize and streamline Russia's legal system. This code was based on Enlightenment principles and emphasized the importance of individual rights and freedoms. Catherine also worked to improve education in Russia, establishing schoo...
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