CLEAN : Russian court rejects bid to shut Memorial human rights group

The transcript discusses the Russian Supreme Court's decision to deny the Ministry of Justice's request against a historical and human rights organization. It highlights the challenges faced by such organizations, the differing perspectives on their activities, and the potential impact on civil society, including the risk of self-censorship.

What was the decision of the Supreme Court of the Russian Federation regarding the Memorial organization?

• To reject the appeal of Memorial

• To support the appeal of Memorial

• To merge Memorial with another organization

• To postpone the decision

How did the organization perceive the outcome of the court proceedings?

• As a significant defeat

• As a mixed result with differing perspectives

• As a partial victory

• As a complete victory

What is the potential consequence of the court's decision on prominent human rights organizations?

• Collaboration with the government

• Forced liquidation or self-liquidation

• Expansion of activities

• Increased funding

What might happen to civil society if prominent organizations are silenced?

• It will receive more support

• It will start self-censoring

• It will remain unaffected

• It will become more active

What is the broader implication of silencing human rights organizations?

• Strengthening of civil society

• Increased public awareness

• Improved government relations

• Diminished public discourse and self-censorship