#5: The Secular and Non-Secular Government

Secularism is the principle of the separation of government institutions and persons mandated to represent the state from religious institutions and religious dignitaries. One manifestation of secularism is asserting the right to be free from religious rule and teachings, or, in a state declared to be neutral on matters of belief, from the imposition by government of religion or religious practices upon its people. Another manifestation of secularism is the view that public activities and decisions, especially political ones, should be uninfluenced by religious beliefs and/or practices.

What is the difference between a secular government and a non-secular one?

After viewing the video please try to write a paragraph that discusses the strengths of a non-secular government. What might this country look like? How would citizens be expected to act?