National importance of surveying and ancient linear measures in the history of development of Russia

Abstract

Issues of rational use of land resources are urgent contemporary problem. It is considered possible to solve it by analyzing centuries-old experience of history of land surveying, geodetic studies and mapping. The purpose of the study is to show the national importance of land surveying and ancient linear-measuring of boundary measures in the history of the state. The tasks of the article are connected with the analysis of types of geodetic surveys, linear measures and instruments during land surveying in different historical periods of development of the state. Historical and archival materials, ancient geodetic tools and maps were used as materials for the study. The study revealed that the development of surveying, the system of linear measurements and geodetic instrumentality had national importance to establish the boundaries of possessions, registration of quantity and quality of the land funds, protection of property rights, and termination of land disputes, valuation of land and establishment on the basis of equitable taxation. The main provisions of this study can add to the history of land relations in Russia and contribute to the further development and improvement of the state system of land surveying.