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Russia’s Ministry of Justice Decision to Label 55 Organizations as Extremists:Implications for the Rights of Indigenous Peoples of Russia

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: On 7 June 2024, the Supreme Court of the Russian Federation fulfilled the demand of the Min¬istry of Justice to label 55 organizations, including those advocating for the rights of Indigenous peoples, as extremists. This decision has triggered significant anxiety among Indigenous commu¬nities and human rights activists. This article examines the nature of this decision, the definitions of extremist and extremist organizations under the Russian law, and the implications of this decision for the rights of Indigenous peoples in Russia.

Source: Arctic review on law and politics

DOI: 10.23865/arctic.v15.6735

Author: Ekaterina Zmyvalova

Institution: Mid Sweden University

Language: English

Topic: Indigenous Peoples' Rights and Law

Subfield: Law

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Peace, justice, and strong institutions

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,189