Historical Events tagged with "peter stolypin"

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Politics & Government

Adoption of the Russian Constitution of 1906

May 6th, 1906 118 years ago

The Russian Constitution of 1906 established civil liberties and a legislative framework, encouraging political participation. Its adoption followed years of social unrest and was aimed at transforming the autocratic rule of the Tsar into a constitutional monarchy. Key reforms included the creation of the State Duma, which allowed for elected representatives. This constitutional shift symbolized a pivotal moment in Russia's quest for modern governance, reflecting both the aspirations of reformist elements within society and the pressures exerted by revolutionary movements.

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