Soviet Constitution of 1936

The Soviet Constitution of 1936, also known as the "Stalin Constitution," was a formal document that outlined the structure of the USSR's government, rights, and responsibilities. It proclaimed the USSR as a socialist state with democracy for workers and peasants, but in practice, power was concentrated in the Communist Party and leadership. The constitution guaranteed certain rights like education and work, yet it also reinforced centralized control and suppressed political opposition. It aimed to present the USSR as a progressive, modern state, but its implementation often differed from its stated ideals.