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Religious Freedom Summary* (1997) The Constitution provides for freedom of religion, but includes fixed legal conditions and prohibits what the Government considers religious fundamentalism and intolerance. A 1994 constitutional provision prohibiting religious fundamentalism is widely understood to be aimed at Muslims. There is no state religion, and a variety of religious communities are active. Religious organizations and missionary groups are free to proselytize, worship, and construct places of worship. However, religious groups must register with the Government. Any group whose behavior the Government considers subversive remains subject to sanctions, although the authorities imposed no sanctions during the year. *Source: County Reports on Human Rights Practices for 1997, U.S. Department of State |