State Duma

The State Duma is the lower house of Russia's Federal Assembly, functioning as the country's primary legislative body. Its members, elected every five years, debate and approve laws, budgets, and national policies. The Duma works alongside the Federation Council, the upper house, to shape legislation and oversee the government. It plays a key role in representing the interests of citizens, shaping the legal framework, and ensuring governmental accountability within Russia’s political system.