THE SUPREME PRIVATE COUNCIL AS A LAW-MAKING BODY
The article examines the peculiarities of the legislative activity of the Supreme Privy Council, which functioned in the Russian Empire in 1726-1730, in relation to some areas of state life. It is noted that in the historical and legal literature, the history of the creation of the entire status, personal composition, activities in many areas of socio-economic life and other aspects are studied in some detail. The relevant legal acts and scientific works on this issue are analyzed. It is noted that this body made decisions on a wide range of issues, gradually focusing on the most important ones. The article partially uses earlier author's works.