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The Fiefdom and Duchy of Svarog was the first of [[Tarasovka|Taraskovyan]] holdings on [[Mars]] and, even if today it is out shadowed by the massive Fiefdoms of Dajdbog and Stribog, continues to play a central role in Grand Ducal politics on Mars. Today, it is one of the 28 Fiefdoms comprising the Grand Duchy of Tarasovka, and sends two Senators and one Deputy to the [[Tarasovka#Politics|Grand Ducal Parliament]].
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The Duchy of Svarog was the first of [[Tarasovka|Taraskovyan]] holdings on [[Mars]] and, even if today it is out shadowed by the massive provinces of Dajdbog and Stribog, it is none the less an important centre of Taraskovyan economic activity on Mars. Today, it is one of the five Provinces comprising the Kingdom of [[Nyi-Gardarika]].
  
 
===Short History===
 
===Short History===
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Towards 1130 A.S. the Grand Duchy had an extensive space capacity and had set up a number of important orbital stations over Earth. In order to expand, the Grand Ducal authorities decided to set up an outpost on Mars that would be both discreet, yet important enough to play a role in regional politics and provide a rally point for future Grand Ducal colonization efforts. After careful consideration, the [[Menelmacar|Eternal Noldorin Empire of Menelmacar]] was approached with an offer to purchase a small bit of the territory of its Martian colony. The deal was reached quickly and very soon the Fiefdom and Duchy of Svarog, named after the Slavic god of fire, was created under the authority of Duke Miloslav Karadzic, a trusted ally of the Taraskovyan Grand Duke.
 
Towards 1130 A.S. the Grand Duchy had an extensive space capacity and had set up a number of important orbital stations over Earth. In order to expand, the Grand Ducal authorities decided to set up an outpost on Mars that would be both discreet, yet important enough to play a role in regional politics and provide a rally point for future Grand Ducal colonization efforts. After careful consideration, the [[Menelmacar|Eternal Noldorin Empire of Menelmacar]] was approached with an offer to purchase a small bit of the territory of its Martian colony. The deal was reached quickly and very soon the Fiefdom and Duchy of Svarog, named after the Slavic god of fire, was created under the authority of Duke Miloslav Karadzic, a trusted ally of the Taraskovyan Grand Duke.
  
During its early history, Svarog was the only Grand Ducal Fiefdom to have had an unelected Governor. During the Federal era, the Karadzic family remained in power after passing a deal with the Ruling Council. As of today the Duke remains the Governor of the Fiefdom, even if the Legislative Assembly of the Fiefdom now has extensive powers.
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During its early history, Svarog was the only Grand Ducal Fiefdom to have had an unelected Governor. During the Federal era, the Karadzic family remained in power after passing a deal with the Ruling Council.  
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As of today, the Duke of Svarog is the ceremonial ruler, with the plenitude of powers resting with the Provincial and Grand Councils.
  
 
===Politics===
 
===Politics===
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====The Executive====
 
====The Executive====
  
The Fiefdom and Duchy of Svarog is a monarchy where the High Duke is the hereditary leader and represents the executive authority on the Fiefdom level. The High Duke appoints a local cabinet of ministers, known as the Fiefdom Council, with each appointment having to be confirmed by the Grand Council.
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The Duchy of Svarog is a monarchy where the Duke is the hereditary leader and ceremonially represents the executive authority on the Fiefdom level. The Duke appoints the Prime Minister (head of government), who is also the leader of the Parliamentary majority.
 
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With the introduction of the [http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=417096| Federal Constitution of the Grand Duchy of Tarasovka], the High Duke of Svarog can be voted out of office by an amendment of the Fiefdom Constitution.
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====The Legislative====
 
====The Legislative====
  
The Legislative authority in the Fiefdom is represented by the Grand Council, a body of 38 members elected for four years on a system of proportional representation from among the citizens domiciled in the Fiefdom and Duchy of Svarog. The Grand Council has the power to confirm or reject and appointments of Fiefdom Councilors, pass laws that do not require approval through referenda, et cetera.
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The Legislative authority in the Fiefdom is represented by the Grand Council, a body of 38 members elected for four years on a system of proportional representation from among the citizens domiciled in the Duchy of Svarog. The Grand Council has the power to confirm or reject and appointments of Provincial Councilors, pass laws that do not require approval through referenda, et cetera.
  
 
===Defence===
 
===Defence===
  
The Fiefdom of Svarog, ever since its creation, has always had a small standing armed force ready to serve as a first line of defence against a potential enemy until the arrival of the Taraskovyan National Defence Forces. The Svarog Separate Detachment is under the authority of the Duke of Svarog, even if the Grand Duke of Tarasovka or the Taraskovyan Minister of Defence can at any time requisition the unit. As of now, the Detachment counts an approximate ten thousand regular servicemen, usually recruited from TNDF veterans.
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With the Taraskovyan Military Reform, the local standing armed forces have been fully incorporated into the Taraskovyan National Defence Forces, directed from the Grand Duchy of [[Taraskovya]].  Currently, the Province is garrisonned by the ''Severovolost Defence Regiment'', which is complemented by local volunteers, and an additional rotating force from the larger TNDF.
  
 
===Economy===
 
===Economy===
  
Most of the Fiefdom’s economy relies on its trade with the rest of the Grand Duchy as well as with its enormous Menelmacari neighbour. The intensity of exchanges between Svarog and Menelmacari Carnil has even incited the Fiefdom authorities, with permission from the Central Government, to grant the [[Menelmacari Credit]] the status of legal tender within the Fiefdom, paving the way to an even further increase in exchanges.
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Most of the Provincial’s economy relies on its trade with the rest of the Grand Duchy as well as with its enormous Menelmacari neighbour. The intensity of exchanges between Svarog and Menelmacari Carnil has even incited the Fiefdom authorities, with permission from the Central Government, to grant the [[Menelmacari Credit]] the status of legal tender within the Fiefdom, paving the way to an even further increase in exchanges.
  
 
[[Category:Tarasovka]][[Category:Provinces]]
 
[[Category:Tarasovka]][[Category:Provinces]]

Latest revision as of 12:36, 2 March 2007

This article deals with Svarog as it relates to NationStates. For more general information, see the Wikipedia article on this subject.

Svarog
Svarog.gif
Region: Mars
Motto: The dream is alive.
Map: Map of the Duchy of Svarog
Official Language(s): Taraskath, Russian
Capital: Severovolost
Population: approx. 3 million
Currency: Taraskovyan Frank, Menelmacari Credit
Duke: Duke Drajko Karadzic of Svarog
Prime Minister: Elthala Kerinth
Calculators are evil.


The Duchy of Svarog was the first of Taraskovyan holdings on Mars and, even if today it is out shadowed by the massive provinces of Dajdbog and Stribog, it is none the less an important centre of Taraskovyan economic activity on Mars. Today, it is one of the five Provinces comprising the Kingdom of Nyi-Gardarika.

Short History

Towards 1130 A.S. the Grand Duchy had an extensive space capacity and had set up a number of important orbital stations over Earth. In order to expand, the Grand Ducal authorities decided to set up an outpost on Mars that would be both discreet, yet important enough to play a role in regional politics and provide a rally point for future Grand Ducal colonization efforts. After careful consideration, the Eternal Noldorin Empire of Menelmacar was approached with an offer to purchase a small bit of the territory of its Martian colony. The deal was reached quickly and very soon the Fiefdom and Duchy of Svarog, named after the Slavic god of fire, was created under the authority of Duke Miloslav Karadzic, a trusted ally of the Taraskovyan Grand Duke.

During its early history, Svarog was the only Grand Ducal Fiefdom to have had an unelected Governor. During the Federal era, the Karadzic family remained in power after passing a deal with the Ruling Council.

As of today, the Duke of Svarog is the ceremonial ruler, with the plenitude of powers resting with the Provincial and Grand Councils.

Politics

The Executive

The Duchy of Svarog is a monarchy where the Duke is the hereditary leader and ceremonially represents the executive authority on the Fiefdom level. The Duke appoints the Prime Minister (head of government), who is also the leader of the Parliamentary majority.

The Legislative

The Legislative authority in the Fiefdom is represented by the Grand Council, a body of 38 members elected for four years on a system of proportional representation from among the citizens domiciled in the Duchy of Svarog. The Grand Council has the power to confirm or reject and appointments of Provincial Councilors, pass laws that do not require approval through referenda, et cetera.

Defence

With the Taraskovyan Military Reform, the local standing armed forces have been fully incorporated into the Taraskovyan National Defence Forces, directed from the Grand Duchy of Taraskovya. Currently, the Province is garrisonned by the Severovolost Defence Regiment, which is complemented by local volunteers, and an additional rotating force from the larger TNDF.

Economy

Most of the Provincial’s economy relies on its trade with the rest of the Grand Duchy as well as with its enormous Menelmacari neighbour. The intensity of exchanges between Svarog and Menelmacari Carnil has even incited the Fiefdom authorities, with permission from the Central Government, to grant the Menelmacari Credit the status of legal tender within the Fiefdom, paving the way to an even further increase in exchanges.