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Election Administration: Election Administration in Russia

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Which federal body is responsible for overseeing elections in Russia?

  1. The Central Election Commission of the Russian Federation

  2. The President of the Russian Federation

  3. The State Duma of the Russian Federation

  4. The Federation Council of the Russian Federation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Central Election Commission of the Russian Federation is the federal body responsible for overseeing elections in Russia. It is an independent body that is not subject to the control of any other government body.

What is the name of the law that governs elections in Russia?

  1. The Federal Law on Basic Guarantees of Electoral Rights and the Right to Participate in a Referendum of Citizens of the Russian Federation

  2. The Federal Law on Elections to the State Duma of the Russian Federation

  3. The Federal Law on Elections to the President of the Russian Federation

  4. The Federal Law on Elections to the Federation Council of the Russian Federation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Federal Law on Basic Guarantees of Electoral Rights and the Right to Participate in a Referendum of Citizens of the Russian Federation is the law that governs elections in Russia. It sets out the basic principles of electoral law, including the right to vote, the right to stand for election, and the procedures for conducting elections.

Who is eligible to vote in elections in Russia?

  1. All citizens of the Russian Federation who are 18 years of age or older

  2. All citizens of the Russian Federation who are 21 years of age or older

  3. All citizens of the Russian Federation who are 25 years of age or older

  4. All citizens of the Russian Federation who are 30 years of age or older


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

All citizens of the Russian Federation who are 18 years of age or older are eligible to vote in elections in Russia. There are no other eligibility requirements, such as residency or registration requirements.

How are elections conducted in Russia?

  1. By secret ballot

  2. By open ballot

  3. By electronic voting

  4. By mail-in voting


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Elections in Russia are conducted by secret ballot. This means that voters are able to cast their votes in private, without fear of being coerced or intimidated.

What is the minimum voter turnout required for an election to be valid in Russia?

  1. 25%

  2. 30%

  3. 50%

  4. 60%


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The minimum voter turnout required for an election to be valid in Russia is 25%. This means that at least 25% of eligible voters must cast their votes in order for the election to be considered valid.

What are the main types of elections held in Russia?

  1. Presidential elections

  2. Parliamentary elections

  3. Regional elections

  4. Local elections


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The main types of elections held in Russia are presidential elections, parliamentary elections, regional elections, and local elections.

When are presidential elections held in Russia?

  1. Every four years

  2. Every five years

  3. Every six years

  4. Every seven years


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Presidential elections are held in Russia every six years. The next presidential election is scheduled to be held in 2024.

How many seats are there in the State Duma, the lower house of the Russian parliament?

  1. 450

  2. 500

  3. 550

  4. 600


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

There are 450 seats in the State Duma, the lower house of the Russian parliament.

What is the name of the upper house of the Russian parliament?

  1. The State Duma

  2. The Federation Council

  3. The Legislative Assembly

  4. The People's Assembly


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The upper house of the Russian parliament is called the Federation Council.

How many seats are there in the Federation Council, the upper house of the Russian parliament?

  1. 170

  2. 180

  3. 190

  4. 200


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

There are 170 seats in the Federation Council, the upper house of the Russian parliament.

What is the name of the regional legislature in Russia?

  1. The Legislative Assembly

  2. The People's Assembly

  3. The Regional Council

  4. The Oblast Duma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The regional legislature in Russia is called the Legislative Assembly.

How many regions are there in Russia?

  1. 83

  2. 85

  3. 87

  4. 89


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

There are 85 regions in Russia.

What is the name of the local legislature in Russia?

  1. The City Council

  2. The Town Council

  3. The Village Council

  4. The Rural Council


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The local legislature in Russia is called the City Council.

How many cities are there in Russia?

  1. 1,100

  2. 1,200

  3. 1,300

  4. 1,400


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

There are 1,100 cities in Russia.

What is the name of the head of state in Russia?

  1. The President

  2. The Prime Minister

  3. The Chairman of the State Duma

  4. The Chairman of the Federation Council


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The head of state in Russia is the President.

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