Question

Why did the Tsar dismiss the first Duma within 75 days of its election?

• A. The Duma was incapable of taking decisions.
• B. The term of the first Duma was meant to be only 75 days.
• C. The Tsar did not want anybody to question his authority.
• D. The Duma was dominated by the Conservatives.

Answer 1

The correct option is C The Tsar did not want anybody to question his authority.

The Tsar dismissed the first Duma within 75 days and then re-elected the second Duma within three months. The first two Dumas were dominated by Liberal and Socialist opposition groups that demanded extensive reforms. The Tsar neither liked anybody questioning his authority, nor did he want any reduction in his power. So, he dismissed the second Duma as well, changed the voting laws, and formed the third Duma.