All-Russian Congress of Soviets

The All-Russian Congress of Soviets was a key political gathering held regularly in early Soviet Russia, where representatives from workers, soldiers, and peasants discussed and made decisions about government policies. It served as the highest legislative authority during the early years of the Soviet government, especially after the 1917 Bolshevik Revolution. The Congress elected the Central Executive Committee, which managed state affairs between sessions. Over time, its importance diminished as power shifted to the Communist Party’s leadership, ultimately replaced by the Congress of Soviets and party bodies, reflecting the centralized control of the Soviet state.