M5 T4 Russian law

Question 1

What does the 1993 Russian constitution embody?

Answer 1

The western model of a fundamental law from which principles emanate that inform the rest of the legal system.

Question 2

4 features that the ongoing transition in Russia is heading towards

Answer 2

1. Rule of law
2. Democracy
3. Federal
4. Separation of powers

Question 3

Constitutional Organs

Answer 3

Head of state: President

Executive: Government of the Russian Federation

Legislative: Federal assembly

• State Duma
• Federation Council

Judicial power
Exercised by way of Constitution and civil, criminal and administrative law-making