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Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation

Definition

The Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation is the national legislature of Russia, consisting of two houses - the State Duma and the Federation Council. It is responsible for making laws and representing the interests of the Russian people.

Analogy

Think of the Federal Assembly as a big school where important decisions are made. The State Duma can be compared to the student council, representing different groups and making laws. The Federation Council is like a board of trustees, ensuring that decisions are fair and in line with regional interests.

Related terms

State Duma: The lower house of the Federal Assembly, composed of elected representatives who make laws and represent citizens' interests.

Federation Council: The upper house of the Federal Assembly, consisting of representatives from each region or federal subject within Russia.

Legislative Branch: The branch of government responsible for creating laws and regulations.

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