TO THE DEBATE ABOUT THE ORIGIN OF RUSKA PRAVDA <sup>*</sup> AS THE ANCIENT SOURCE OF PRIVATE LAW
The article examines the question of the origin of Ruska Pravda. Investigated various scientific approaches to the time of origin of this monument of law. Considered all editions Ruska Pravda. A discussion about the proper historical and legal approach regarding the definition of age and the value of this monument right in the period of Kievan Rus. Based on the above can be concluded that the study of the ancient sources of law provisions will enable us to more fully understand its nature and significance in a particular historical and legal period. Particularly important is a study to understand the development of the national legislation to assimilate particular worldview and legal culture in this or that sphere, to analyze the effectiveness of this legislation and decide whether the reception of its provisions in the modern codification.