The Concepts of “Citizenship” and “Patriotism” in the Modern Normative-Legal Space of the Russian Federation: Source Base

Aim. To examine the legal framework that reflects the concepts of «civic consciousness» and «patriotism». Methodology. The following documents are analyzed that form the object of the study: «The Constitution of the Russian Federation», «The Law on Education in the Russian Federation», «The Concept of Patriotic Education of Citizens of the Russian Federation», the Federal Program «Patriotic Education of Citizens of the Russian Federation» and others. Results. In modern Russia, there is a necessary legal framework that meets the challenges of our time; thus, all the conditions in which a person with civic and patriotic education should be brought up have been created. Research implications. The data obtained can form the basis for drawing up programs of higher education disciplines (courses «Fundamentals of Russian Statehood», «History of Russia» and others). It is also possible to use them in educational and upbringing work with students.