After he was blamed for russia's military losses during wwi, the tsar's popularity continued to fall because of alexandra's leadership. rasputin's influence. the lack of food. the lack of jobs.

Rasputin's influence

Explanation:

Rasputin is a mystical character that came to help bring down the dynasties of the Romanov.

The years before the October Revolution saw Rasputin a close member of the courts and aristocrats as a negative influence on Russian society.

The relationship between Alexandra Feodorovna, Nicolas's wife and Rasputin was close.

Rasputin is believed to have gone too far with aristocratic women, and widespread rumors that his involvement with the Tsarina prompted the unpopularity of the Romanovs.

The growing influence exerted by Rasputin on the courts, and aristocrats separated the Tsar as a ruler from the ruled.

Politicians and journalists preyed on the situation against the Tsar and his family, eventually leading to the Tsar giving up the centralized power

Rasputin's influence over the royal family was used against him eventually leading him to abdicate-

The Russian Orthodox Church separated from the state. A series of major mistakes like engagin in World War would add up to the unpopularity. The years to follow would see a major revolution to take place.