Peter the Great's reforms

Definition

Peter the Great's reforms refer to a series of changes and modernization efforts implemented by Tsar Peter I (Peter the Great) in Russia during the late 17th and early 18th centuries. These reforms aimed to transform Russia into a more Westernized and powerful nation.

Related terms

Westernization: The process of adopting or imitating Western culture, technology, institutions, and practices.

Modernization: The act of making something more modern or contemporary by incorporating new ideas, techniques, or technologies.

Centralization: The concentration of power and authority in a central government or individual leader.