Question

1). What is the connection between the fall of the Soviet Union and the outbreak of ethnic conflicts in Russia and the Republics?

A: ?

2). Why might ethnic tensions in the Caucasus be stronger than in other regions?

A: Ethnic tensions in the Caucasus might be stronger than in other regions because this region belongs to approximately 50 different ethnic groups?

Answer 1

1) The Soviet Union maintained a strong military hold on the various ethnic groups and prevented violent conflicts.

Answer 2

Is my answer correct?

Answer 3

Yes.

Answer 4

Thank you.

Answer 5

You're welcome.