Kiselrik

Kiselrik is a term used in the context of the Russian Empire and the Soviet Union to refer to the period of economic stagnation and decline that followed the First World War. The term is derived from the Russian words "kisel" (acid) and "rik" (era), reflecting the perceived economic acidity and decay of the period. The kiselrik began in the aftermath of the war, when the Russian economy was severely weakened due to the loss of territories, the disruption of trade, and the high cost of the war itself. The period was characterized by a lack of industrial development, a decline in agricultural productivity, and a general sense of economic stagnation. The kiselrik is often associated with the rule of Alexander Kerensky, who was prime minister during the period, and it ended with the Russian Revolution of 1917. The kiselrik is a significant part of Russian history, as it marked a turning point in the country's economic and political development.