Russian Federation - secular state

The article analyzes the concept of “secular state”, signs, constitutional principles and features of the formation of a modern secular Russian state. Various approaches of Russian scientists on the types of a holy state are noted. It describes the history of the formation of a secular state in Russia, as well as the model of a secular state chosen by Russia. Particular attention is paid to the legal nature of the Constitution of the Russian Federation. The situation of religious associations and movements in Russian society.