First Deputy Premier of the Soviet Union

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. How long is First Deputy Premier of the Soviet Union?Vyacheslav Molotov served for over 17 years
2. What is the position?Senior deputy to the head of government (Premier) in the USSR
3. What is the succession role?Designated to act as Premier during the incumbent's absence or incapacitation
4. Why was the First Deputy Premier important?They helped keep all the ministries and committees working together, making sure the big plans for the country were followed and that everything ran smoothly.
5. How did the title of the First Deputy Premier change over time?It started as First Deputy Chairman of the Council of People's Commissars (1923‑1946), then became First Deputy Chairman of the Council of Ministers (1946‑1991), and in 1991 it was briefly called First Deputy Prime Minister.

Presidium of the Council of Ministers: The highest executive and administrative body of the Soviet government, responsible for day-to-day governance.
Command Economy: An economic system where the government makes all decisions about production and distribution of goods.
State Plans: Comprehensive economic and social development blueprints set by the Soviet government for specific periods.