Ukrainian crisis: strategy of societal conduct on the scene of extremist violence

The paper explored conflicting perceptions of extremism appeared in the framework of current events in Ukraine. According to author’s vision, the peculiar attitude patterns towards extremism in Ukraine were built up on the attempt to implement either disregard patterns or a pattern of inclusion of extremism into the policy of authoritarian violence. The Ukrainian crisis has shown lack of vital capacity and danger appropriate for both the former and the latter options within the strategy for accepting extremism.