Yes, Czar Nicholas was aware of the actual conditions that contributed to the rebellion. In fact, he acknowledged the existence of widespread poverty, famines, and poor living conditions among the Russian peasantry. He was also aware of the discontent and unrest that was brewing among the working class and the intelligentsia. However, Czar Nicholas failed to take appropriate and timely measures to address these issues and prevent the rebellion. His autocratic rule and refusal to implement meaningful reforms contributed to the growing dissatisfaction and eventually led to the revolution of 1905.