Fedorets M.N., Avdeev D.A. Constitutional-legislative search for a model of a federal territorial structure of Russian Federation

Abstract: In this article the authors examine the specifics of the federal structure of Russia. Based on the research conducted, as well as taking into consideration the evolution of Russia’s territorial structure, an attempt is made to find ways to solve the problems of modern Russian federalism. Attention is given to the development of federative relations of present-day countries and their influence upon the territorial construct. Analysis is given to the constitutionallegislative foundation of Russia’s territorial structure, possible ways of improving the current model of federalism, as well as opportunities for establishing a better relationship between Russian Federation and its subjects. The special nature of the governmental structure of Russia and the level of development of federative relations suggest a need for a further reform of both, territorial structure and relations between the capital and the regions. The authors used the method of analysis and synthesis, formal judicial and historical methods of research, legal comparative, logical, and prognostic method.

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