THE ROLE OF THE RELIGIOUS ELITE IN SOCIAL AND POLITICAL PROCESSES OF DAGESTAN

Abstract

The crisis phase, which is going through Russia, is a breeding ground for extremist ideas, therefore, a threat to national security of the country is growing. Today it is important to understand all the need and importance of a national Russian idea of ideological support of the fight against terrorism and extremism, tolerant thinking education of citizens, especially young people and the role of the religious elite in this direction. The goal – to identify the role of the religious elite in social and political processes of Dagestan. Method or methodology of work: The article uses the results of sociological research conducted by the author of the survey. Results: a sociological analysis of religious extremism in the Republic of Dagestan for more awareness in combating it. Application of results: the results it is advisable to apply in the framework of the Russian state policy in the sphere of national policy and inter-confessional relations.