Russia's Putin Calls for Sweeping Constitutional Reforms

The transcript discusses the eligibility criteria for presidential candidates in Russia, emphasizing the need for candidates to have lived in Russia for at least 25 years and not hold any other citizenship or residence permits. It also touches on the debate over presidential term limits, supporting the idea of a two-term limit. The importance of judicial independence is highlighted, with a suggestion to empower the Council of Federation to dismiss judges if necessary. Finally, the transcript proposes strengthening the role of the Constitutional Court to ensure the constitutional correctness of proposed laws.

What is one of the requirements for someone to run for President in Russia?

• They must have a residence permit from another country.

• They must have lived in Russia for at least 10 years.

• They must have a foreign passport.

• They must have lived in Russia for at least 25 years.

What is the constitutional rule regarding the number of terms a President can serve in Russia?

• A President can serve unlimited terms.

• A President can serve only one term.

• A President can serve no more than two terms.

• A President can serve three terms.

What is the stance on the rule limiting the presidency to two terms?

• It is not seen as an absolute principle but is agreed upon.

• It is mandatory for all countries.

• It is considered an absolute principle.

• It is completely disregarded.

What power does the Council of Federation have concerning judges in the Constitutional Court?

• They can change the court's location.

• They can increase judges' salaries.

• They can dismiss judges if necessary.

• They can appoint new judges.

What role does the Constitutional Court play in relation to proposed laws?

• It can enforce laws.

• It can create new laws.

• It can ignore proposed laws.

• It can check the constitutional correctness of proposed laws.