Dual Power

Question 1

Ku1

Answer 1

The Provisional Government, led by Prince Lvov, was initially popular, as it issued decrees
such as arresting Tsarist ministers, abolishing the Okhrana and death penalty, and promising
elections, which were welcomed by many Russians

Question 2

Ku2

Answer 2

The government struggled with continuing the war and delaying land reform, allowing
widespread “land grabs,” and arguing that these issues should be addressed after elections,
which caused frustration among the population.

Question 3

Analysis

Answer 3

Peasants and workers became more
politically radical in 1917 they completely
lost faith in the liberal-dominated PG to
represent their views, so were happy to join
in removing them from power.

Question 4

Analysis plus

Answer 4

While the Soviet held significant legitimacy,
it was reluctant to assume power and
preferred the Provisional Government to
take responsibility, as it aimed to be a
representative body for the working class
rather than an active governing force.