Source : islam.ru / 1 May 2013

According to a survey conducted by sociologists at the end of April, nearly three-quarters of Russians (72%) had not fasted and had regular meals during Lent, only 3% of the population strictly fasted, 9% - partially, and 12% are going to fast at the last week before Easter.

The survey was organized by Levada Analytical Center from April 27-28 and was conducted in 130 towns of 42 regions of Russia.