Alexander III- Nature of government Flashcards
1
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Why was Alexander III known as the Tsar repressor?
A
- Pobodonostsev masterminded Alexander III’s manifesto declaring that absolute power resided in the Tsar
- Press freedom was heavily restricted.
- Newspapers censored by the Okhrana.
- Universities were made more expensive so that only the wealthy could attend.
2
Q
What was the statute of state security?
A
Government controlled courts to trial government opponents.
3
Q
Who were land captains?
A
Could override zemstva elections and could disregard Zemstva decisions.
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