Izvestiya of Saratov University.
Sociology. Politology
ISSN 1818-9601 (Print)
ISSN 2541-8998 (Online)

A Word to Young Sociological Scientists

Fundamental Spiritual Values as the Basic of National and Religious Indent of the Chechen People

The end of XX century was marked by Chechen crisis proceeding and to this day. The main question which is studied by historians, politicai scientists, social scientists, is the reason of crisis. Basically, it is considered as political struggle, upholding of economic interests, etc. However there is not considered one of the major problems which have generated tragedy of Chechen people. It is a question of the deepest spiritual crisis which has struck the Chechen society.

Modern Russian Elite: a Problem of Formation and Influence on a Society

In article various aspects of formation of the Russian political elite are analyzed valuable orientations of a ruling layer and the tendency of development of intergroup relations, and as problems of interaction of economic elites on a society and a policy at the present stage are considered.

Socio-Cultural and Mental Determinants of Law Culture of the Russians

The article analyses the correlation of culture and mentality of citizens and the formation of new law culture in modern Russian society.

The Features of Labor Market Functioning in Modern Russia

Tre article considers the main types and models of labor market in modern Russia, it also analyses the specific features of their functioning and problems of using abor force in market economy.

Interest Groups of Civil Society in Modern Russia

This article considers the link between civil society and various interest groups which exist in modern Russia. It shows who and how lobbies their interests in the organs of government.

Issues of Public Hearings' Analysis through Civil Society Formation in Modern Russia

The article examines public hearings as a form of political participation of citizens. The author determines the location of public hearings within the framework of socio-political processes, their potential to overcome political apathy and to create civil society. The principles for integrated and systematic study of emerging Russian practice of public hearings are suggested.

Theorists of «State School» in Russian Sociology about Political and Legal Evolution of Russian Society

The article characterizes the main theories and concepts of political and legal development of Russian society by analyzing the works of representatives of «state school» in Russian sociology.

Creative potential of youth: The concept, components and factors of development

This article explores the concept of creative potential of youth as an important psycho-social category that encompasses a combination of abilities, attitudes, and personal qualities aimed at generating new, original, and socially significant outcomes. Special attention is given to the relationship between the concepts of creativity and creative potential.

M. V. Lomonosov’s socio-demographic views

The article examines the socio-demographic aspects in various works by the great Russian scientist M. V. Lomonosov. The problem of preserving and increasing the population, which was relevant during M. V. Lomonosov's time, becomes particularly urgent in the context of the current demographic crisis in Russia. The purpose of the article is to analyze and systematize the scientist's socio-demographic views on this issue. The author focuses on analyzing M. V. Lomonosov's proposals and ideas aimed at solving demographic and migration issues. The analysis reveals that M. V.

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