Political information in Soviet schools was actively controlled by the state. Students were taught about the science of Marxism-Leninism and socialist revolution, and how communism could benefit society. Textbooks and programs included materials that reflected the official line of the CPSU and the government. The teaching staff ensured that students did not study materials that could influence their opinion of the government. There were no such materials to be found in principle.
Opposition groups and their opinions were not represented in the curriculum and materials. Criticism of the government was prohibited, and students were not allowed to say anything about the state authorities.
In general, political information in Soviet schools was highly one-sided and aimed at supporting state ideology.
Political information lessons were held in schools. The purpose of such classes was to instill socialist and communist ideas in schoolchildren. Marxism-Leninism courses were mandatory for all students in primary and secondary schools, as well as higher education institutions. Lectures were held in schools on the political achievements of the USSR, on the life of workers, patriotic feelings and respect for the Soviet state and its leadership were instilled. In addition, students were required to take part in the celebration of public holidays such as Victory Day, Cosmonautics Day, etc. However, in the 1980s, against the backdrop of political changes in the USSR, attitudes towards the propaganda of socialist and communist ideas began to change.