Scientology is banned in Russia because it doesn't meet the requirements of being a true religion. This is not surprising, given that it charges for its "teachings" and functions as a pro-profit business but under a tax-exempt religious banner. Scientology actually resembles a cult more than a business or religion in the way in exercises strict control over its members. Learn the eery similarities between Scientology and the CIA, and how certain Scientology techniques are straight out of a MK Ultra mind control handbook.