Destructive religious associations in the Russian Empire in the second half of the XIX – early XX century

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This article discusses some issues related to the use of the concept of “destructive religious association” applied to the Russian legislation in the late XIX – early XX century. In the sphere of relations between the state and various religious associations in modern society, various issues arise that require a balanced approach. In this regard, it is appropriate to study the legal policy of the Russian Empire in relation to certain sects, Old Believers. In particular, the author analyzes the issues related to the use of the concepts “heresy”, “schism”, “Old Believers”, “sect” in the context of the corresponding historical period. Also, some attention is paid to the responsibility born by members of fanatical and especially harmful sects (according to the Code on Criminal and Correctional Punishments of 1845). In conclusion, the author examines the correlation of religious associations that are dangerous for the individual, society and the state, with fanatical sects and especially harmful sects.

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Ilya A. Aleksandrov

Togliatti State University

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Email: alexandrovIlya88@mail.ru

PhD in Law, Associate Professor of the Chair “Constitutional and Administrative Law”

Russian Federation, Togliatti

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