Evolution of the Perception of Corrupt Practices in the History of Russia

Abstract

The research studied the patterns of evolution of the perception of corrupt practices in Russian history. Corruption is a phenomenon that has accompanied humanity throughout the history of its existence. Based on an analysis of the scientific works of authors engaged in research into the history of corruption in Russia, it has been established that corrupt practices have been observed at all times in Russian history. Negative and positive consequences of the spread of corruption have been identified and disclosed. The evolution in Russia of such a form of corruption as bribery, which consists in supporting officials through personal gifts and donations from private individuals, is analyzed. We author examined the prerequisites and content of localism as a way of distributing positions and achieving career growth as a result of nepotism. The research analyzed various types and forms of corruption that have been used throughout Russian history. It was concluded that the perception of corrupt practices and their classification as illegal has changed throughout Russian history, because they are a way of adapting social relations to the changing conditions of the social environment.