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The Russian Autocracy
Backgroup on the Autocratic Rule in Russia- Nicholas II
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History
11th Grade
03/11/2011

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Autocratic Rule

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Autocratic Rule is government by an absolute ruler with no limits to the rulers power.

Term

 

What did the Tsars of Russia control?

Definition

 

Their power was extensive. They had absolute power over the government, army navy, church and all other aspects of Russia.

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What year did Nicholas II come to power?

Definition

 

1894

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What was Tsar Nicholas II also known as?

Definition

 

Nicholas Romanov

Term

 

How was parliament run in Russia?

Definition

 

There was no cabinet or parliament. The Tsar passed laws and annointed/dismissed ministers as he pleased.

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How was new Tsar chosen?

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The people had no say in the new Tsar. It was heridatery down the male Romanov line.

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Who were the Okrana?

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The Okrana were a devision of the Russian Secret Police. They spied on Nicholas II's subjects to insure there were no uprisings and to inforce nicholases laws.

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How was the Russian church involved in the Russian Government?

Definition

 

The russian orthodox church was a government divison.

 

It was an important way to gain money and retain control for the Tsars.

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Why is personality important in an Autocratic Ruler?

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Because the person in control must be passionate about their position and have good intentions for the country.

 

A weak ruler may be questioned.

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Who was a part of Nicholases direct Nucleur family?

 

Definition

 

His Wife, Alexandra.

 

His Daughters Olga, Tatiana, Maria and Anistasia.

 

His son Alexei.

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