Secularism in Tajikistan

Tajikistan is secular by law.[1] The Constitution states, "religious associations shall be separate from the state and shall not interfere in state affairs."[1] Recently, the government of Tajikistan has tightened its grip on the religiousity of the majority Muslims.[2]

See also

References
  1. "2022 Report on International Religious Freedom: Tajikistan". US Department of State. The constitution declares the country a secular state and that "religious associations shall be separate from the state and shall not interfere in state affairs."
  2. Catherine Putz (17 April 2015). "Tajikistan: No Hajj, No Hijab, and Shave Your Beard". The Diplomat.
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