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Is there a separation between religion and government in Iran?
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β 11y ago
Wiki User
β 11y agoYes. If anyone goes up against the government over there, they are separated by the religion.
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What countries are there without separation of church and state?
The Vatican, by its nature and purpose, has no separation of state and religion. In Iran there is minimal separation of state and religion, with the secular government allowed operational freedom within narrow limits, but always subject to control and veto by the religious authorities.
Who is the King of Iran?
There is no king of Iran. There is the spiritual leader, called the Ayatollah. Since Iran is a theocracy they follow a religion, as their government. The current Ayatollah of Iran is Ali Khamenei.
What is Iran's religion?
The majority religion in Iran is Shi'ite Islam.
What is the difference between the government of Saudi Arabia and the government of Iran?
Unlike Iran, a single individual has most of the power in Saudi Arabia.
The government of iran today is based on islamic law. What term best describes a government based on religion?
The term that best describes a government based on religion is called a Theocracy (Theo meaning God).
How would you compare and contrast the different forms of government adopted by the four nations of The United States India Iran and Saudi Arabia?
Iran has a government similar to the democratic republic of the United States. The government in Turkey is based on separation of powers. Indian government is a secular democratic republic and Saudi Arabia is a monarchy.
Can the government favor one religion over another?
Yes for example in Iran you must follow Muslim religious rules even if you are another religion.
When will government limit freedom of religion?
That is currently happening. Several governments limit the freedom of religion. As an example, in Iran, if you change your religion (from Muslim to something else) you can get executed for "apostasy".
Is Christianity illegal in Iran?
The government allows several specific churches, but conversion from Islam to another religion is prohibited.
What problems could arise if the government favored one religion over others?
Present day Iran. Read the news!
What is a key difference between the government of Saudi Arabia and Iran?
Unlike Iran, a single individual has most of the power in Saudi Arabia.
What is a lasting effect of the safavid culture?
It gave Iran its language and religion.
