ABSTRACT
The Russian constitutional system adopted the principle of separation of powers during constitutional reforms which started in the 1990s. The notion of supremacy of representative bodies directly expressing the people's will led to rejection of any form of separation of powers. The principle of separation of powers was adopted in Russia in 1991 and later became one of the fundamental principles of the new Russian Constitution of 1993, which is still in force today. The difference in terminology allowed room for stating that some organs form the system of separation of powers, while other organs may independently exercise their functions and powers since they are outside the system of subordination within the branches of government. The financial policy of state foundations must not be influenced or depend on the policy of the branches of government. Independent bodies are more independent than organs of the executive power, but not more than the judiciary.
