Autonomization and the National Question in the Russian Empire
https://doi.org/10.26794/2226-7867-2024-14-4-74-82
Abstract
This article explores the complex dynamics of autonomy movements and the national issue in the Russian Empire. It examines the attitudes of various national groups under Russian protectorate towards its imperial policies from the perspective of their desire for cultural, linguistic, and political autonomy. Specific examples illustrate the evolution of the autonomy process in Russian national peripheries. The study employs historical analysis and comparative research to understand the interaction between imperial policies and national aspirations. This research contributes to a broader debate on nationalism and statehood in multi-ethnic empires, addressing the challenges of managing diverse national groups with their distinct identities. The findings of this study are significant not only for comprehending the historical significance of autonomy in Russia but also for contemporary states grappling with similar issues of national identity and minority rights.
About the Author
E. Е. Kochetkov
Russian University of Transport (MIIT)
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Egor E. Kochetkov — Cand. Sci. (Political), Assoc. Prof., Assoc. Prof. of the Department of History
Moscow
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Kochetkov E.Е. Autonomization and the National Question in the Russian Empire. Humanities and Social Sciences. Bulletin of the Financial University. 2024;14(4):74-82. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.26794/2226-7867-2024-14-4-74-82
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