State and religion
Answers are for parents and teachers.
1
Describe state–religion relations in Uzbekistan in your own words in 5–6 sentences.
Mention separation, equality before the law, non-interference, freedom of conscience and the legal grounds for limits.
2
Choose a state and justify which group it may be placed in by its state–religion relations.
The answer should rely on the religion-related provisions of the chosen state’s constitution.
3
Compare Article 18 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights with the provisions on freedom of conscience in Uzbek law.
Both recognise freedom of thought, conscience and religion; both allow limits on legal grounds (public safety, the rights of others).
4
Give an example of the phrase “religion is separated from the state but not from society”.
For example, religious organisations taking part in charitable or educational events, and believers’ participation in public life.
5
Give one example each of a state with a state religion and a secular state and explain the differences in 3 sentences.
In the first the constitution defines a particular religion as official; in the second state and religion are separated; guarantees and limits differ in the laws.