Since 1934 Udmurt has been called the Udmurt Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic. In 1993 Udmurt introduced a flag. There emblem and anthem was validated in 1994. Today the language of Udmurt is studied around the world, it's closest relative is Komi about as close as Russian and Polish. The Udmurts are a hard working people who are famous for weaving and artistic wood processing.
Songs are an important part of the Udmurt culture.