Russia proposes several constitutional amendments, including the definition of marriage as "a union between a man and a woman".

The Kremlin said on March 1 that in a draft constitution that will be discussed in Russian parliament on March 10, President Vladimir Putin proposed 24 pages of amendments, including the definition of marriage.

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Russian President Putin addresses the State Council on January 15 Photo: AP.

"Marriage is a union of a man and a woman," the draft revised constitution states. Observers believe that if this proposal is approved, Russia will put same-sex marriage out of the law.

In addition, the proposed constitutional amendment proposed by the Russian President also has a clause to pay homage to "the ancestors who gave us ideals and faith in God".

He also proposed adding a constitutional clause to protect "historical truths", banning "disregarding heroes who defended the Fatherland", regarding the Soviet role in winning first. Fascist faction in World War II.

During the first discussion last month, the Russian parliament approved the revised constitution proposed by Putin. The draft continues to be discussed on March 10 to prepare for the final vote on April 22.

The proposed constitutional amendment was made by Putin just before the 75th anniversary of the victory of the Nazis on May 9, one of the most important holidays in Russia. Putin, 67, has led Russia for more than 20 years.

Observers have suggested that Putin may be calculating various scenarios to continue running the country after his presidency ends in 2024, including the possibility of him becoming prime minister. greater action after the constitution is amended.