Explanation:
During that time, the Mongol system was to place Vassal princes who were expected to pay tribute to the Mongols for the privilege of holding their own kingdom (Roy 8). The result was harsh rule that turned most Russians into serfs and destroyed the Russian economy, most importantly in regard to trade (Hopkik 12).
its wealth from oil made it difficult to gain independence and maintain good relations with the West
The enlightenment of the 18th century brought about new ways of thinking regarding religion and politics enlightenment ideas about religion and society shaped the policies of the french revolution
