Theoretical and legal aspects of counteraction against youth ethnic extremism in the Russian Federation

The article discusses the theoretical and legal aspects of counteraction against youth ethnic extremism in the Russian Federation. The main legal acts in this sphere are named. The author notes that ethnic extremism must be countered by a set of measures focused on creation of a positive ideological climate, prevention of dissemination of extremist views and ideas, education of the population, in particular, young people, with an emphasis on the cultural diversity and civil unity of the peoples of Russia.