SYSTEM OF PUBLIC CONTROL IN RUSSIAN ELECTIONS: DEVELOPMENT OF INFRASTRUCTURE AND MECHANISMS OF INSTITUTIONALIZATION
https://doi.org/10.18384/2224-0209-2025-2-1596
Abstract
Aim. To identify the main directions of institutional changes in the system of public observation and control over elections in Russia.
Methodology. The study is based on a comprehensive analysis of the current electoral legislation, as well as practical experience in organizing public observation at the federal level and in the regions of the Russian Federation.
Results. The key areas of development of the public control system have been identified, the corresponding patterns in the development of this area have been established, taking into account the designation of its flexibility, adaptability and functionality. The basic mechanisms for implementing civil control over elections and the prospects for further institutionalization have been determined, taking into account the current challenges and requests of the subjects of the electoral process.
Research implications. The presented results contribute to the development of the theory and practice of organizing elections and can be used to improve legislation in the field of public control, in the educational process when training specialists in the relevant profile, as well as in the practical activities of public chambers, observers and electoral experts.
About the Authors
Sergey E. Zaslavsky
Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Dr. Sci. (Law), Prof., Department of Political Science
Nikita A. Tyukov
Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation;
Moscow State Pedagogical University
Cand. Sci. (History), Assoc. Prof., Department of Mass Communications and Media Business;
Assoc. Prof., Department of Political Science
Vladimir A. Lukushin
Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation
Assistant, Postgraduate Student, Department of Political Science
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