The March 1917 revolutions in Russia were partly due to the Tsar's autocratic rule. This caused fustration amongst the Russian people as the Russian autocracy had proven itself inefficient and unable to adapt to the changing circumstances of Russian society.

Tsar Nicholas ruled Russia as an autocrat. He believed he had been blessed this position from God and ruled Russiaas a stern father-figure. An autocratic government meant the Tsar was in complete power. He could do anything he liked and didn't have to take anyone's advice. He formed a secret police called the Okhrana to arrest and imprison anyone who opposed him. The Tsar could not make all the big decisions himself, so he was assisted by many individuals and government departments. The eldest of the officials were the ministers. They were there to advise the Tsar, but Nicholas could dismiss them at any stage and often would if...