The manual provides a course in social studies, including all its sections: philosophy, sociology, political science, law, economics, and the state structure of Russia. A concise and consistent presentation of the material is based on strict facts and takes into account both the latest scientific data and changes in legislation, including the Russian Constitution, and the requirements of the Unified State Exam. The book will be useful for schoolchildren who intend to prepare well and in the shortest possible time for the exam; teachers here will find additional information for their lessons; bachelors, undergraduates, graduate students will come in handy as a reference; it can also be of interest to all those who want to get a realistic idea of ​ ​ the structure of society, its problems and prospects.