In Smolensk ended student research paper competition on the topic of parliamentarism in Russia

Problems of modern parliamentarism through the eyes of young Smolyan. In the regional center hosted the finals of the student competition for the best scientific work, devoted to the Institute of parliamentarism in Russia.

This year the youth presented 20 works. The best five were put on court of authoritative jury which structure included representatives of the regional bar Association, the electoral Commission and the Smolensk regional Duma. Interestingly, the material for the study for the participants of the competition were the everyday work of Smolensk deputies. The youth asked questions of citizen engagement in the political process and creating the conditions for political competition.

Nikolai Martynov, Deputy of Smolensk regional Duma:
"Today, people who presented works have themes that deserve attention. I am sure that individual experience will help us, the people who will participate in subsequent elections, something to improve and some points to take into consideration".