When did the 2000 Russian presidential election take place?
The 2000 Russian presidential election took place on the 26th of March 2000. Polling stations opened at 8:00 a.m. and closed at 8:00 p.m. on that date.
Questions about 2000 Russian presidential election
Short answers, pulled from the story.
How many votes did Vladimir Putin receive in the 2000 Russian presidential election?
Vladimir Putin won the election on the first ballot with 53.4% of the vote. This result made him the incumbent prime minister and acting president who sought a four-year term in his own right.
Why was the 2000 Russian presidential election considered unfair by observers?
The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe concluded that unequal access to television was a main reason for unfairness in the campaign. State-owned and private outlets failed to provide impartial information about candidates while independent media faced increasing pressure.
Which region gave Vladimir Putin the highest support percentage in the 2000 Russian presidential election?
Putin achieved his highest official result of 85.42% in Ingushetia during the 2000 Russian presidential election. Dagestan delivered 76.62% for Putin against 19.78% for Zyuganov.
What were the signature requirements for candidates in the 2000 Russian presidential election?
A new campaign law passed in December 1999 required candidates to gather signatures for nomination. The shortened election reduced the requirement from one million signatures to 500,000.