The prerequisites for the formation of the ancient Russian state include …

The main reasons for the emergence of ancient Russia include:

1) The development of trade (at that time, a large trade route “from the Varangians to the Greeks” passed through the lands of the Slavs, which greatly contributed to the development of cities and trade);

2) The growth of cities and the emergence of political centers (this includes Kiev and Novgorod);

3) Strengthening of the princely power (so soon princes began to rule in Russia, who personified the supreme power).