What did the Decree on Land achieve?

The Decree on Land, passed during the early phases of the Russian Revolution in 1917, fundamentally transformed the ownership and distribution of land in Russia. By abolishing private land ownership, this decree aimed to dismantle the feudal system that had long dominated the countryside and contributed to widespread inequality.

The decision to abolish private land ownership was pivotal in promoting the idea that land should be accessible to the peasantry for their use, rather than being concentrated in the hands of a few wealthy landowners. This move was popular among the working class and peasantry, who had long suffered under the existing structures of land ownership, and it aligned with the revolutionary goals of achieving a more equitable society.

In contrast, options that suggest the restoration of private land ownership or the granting of land to foreign investors misinterpret the revolutionary context and goals. The movement was distinctly anti-imperialistic and focused on nationalizing resources for the people of Russia, rather than catering to foreign interests. Establishing state control of cities does not specifically relate to land ownership; it addresses urban governance rather than the agrarian reforms initiated by the Decree on Land. Thus, the Decree played a crucial role in the broader revolutionary process by abolishing private land