14%

Rússia, VCIOM, 5-6 Maio, N=1600

Recently, Russia was criticized for human rights violations by the US Department of State. Why do you think the US Department of State criticized Russia? (up to two responses):

Because the US are disatisfied with Russia being independent and are looking for excuses to discredit Russia: 40%
Because of the US traditional preconceived attitude to Russia and Russians: 27%
To support westernized opposition forces in Russia:16%
Because human rights are often violated: 14%
Other:1%
Hard to answer:14%