Critique the reform programs of Nicholas II and his ad visors after 1905 and evaluate how effectively the government was able to carry out reform given the complex ideological, socio-economic, and cultural climate of the period. Consider how well the reforms addressed Russia’s problems and how the different social classes and political parties in Russia responded to the tsarist government’s efforts.
For the purpose of the paper, identify at least three attempted reforms of the tsarist government between 1905 and 1914 and describe, in detail, the effects of the government’s efforts to implement the policies. Discuss whether the government might have done things differently to achieve a more effective outcome.
Your paper should include representative quotes from your readings to support your arguments about the government’s ability to reform from within.
