India, July 12 -- The unbridled power of Russian President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin has grown over the last two decades. He enjoys enormous popularity. At its highest, his poll rating was close to 90 per cent.

Sensing the global public pandemic and home quarantining of millions in Russia, Putin affected amendments to the Russian Constitution. And the parliament of the country, Russian State Duma, has approved a slew of amendments, including the extension of his presidential terms (if he wants) up till 2036. This allows him to enjoy another two six-year terms starting from 2024, when his current term comes to an end. Without any iota of doubt, the Russian Legislature voted 383 to 0 to amend the Constitution. And Putin now holds the of...