Kuznetsov I.M. (2025) The Multicomponent Profile of Russian Identity in a Sociological Context. Mir Rossii, vol. 34, no 3, pp. 6–27 (in Russian). DOI: 10.17323 ...

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Abstract

This article presents the results of a multicomponent model of ingroup identity measurement developed by Leach et al. to provide a more detailed diagnosis of Russian identity in a sociological context. Data from a survey of the Russian population conducted by the Institute of Sociology of the Federal Research Sociological Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences (IS FCTAS RAS) in 2024 was used. The sample size is 2000 respondents, representing the adult population of Russia in terms of age, gender, socio-professional status, education, and type of settlement. The study reveals a high affective component (emotional connection with the Russian community), while the components of self-stereotyping and homogeneity remain underdeveloped. This indicates a contradiction between the image of a Russian and its under-representation in the information environment. In 2024, 64% of respondents demonstrate a high level of Russian identity formation, indicating significant socio-political consolidation, while 36% exhibit a low level of identity, close to negative. Significant differences in identity profiles are observed between younger (18–30 years old) and older (51+ years old) respondents, which may be attributed to age-related characteristics in forming social identities. However, overall, there is a high level of intergenerational consolidation among Russians under external pressure. The subjective assessment of financial well-being and the level of education significantly influence identity formation, while objective income level does not have a substantial connection with its components. Respondents with a high level of identity are more likely to perceive threats as external and demonstrate optimism in assessing the country's future, whereas the group with low identity tends to exhibit negative emotions and interethnic negativity.