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In Muslim countries which adhere strictly to Sharia law, being an "unbeliever" is illegal, these include Iran, Pakistan, Syria, Libya, Saudi Arabia, Yemen, and Egypt.
Of course, it's difficult to prove disbelief so there are doubtless atheists in these countries.
It is also illegal in several US states (Texas, Arkansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, N. Carolina, S Carolina, Pennsylvania and Tennessee) to hold public office if you're an atheist, although this doesn't seem to be strictly enforced.
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Who played major roles in Atheism democracy?
Atheism is the absence of belief in gods, so it isn't particularly related to democracy - although atheism was illegal in many countries in Europe before they were democracies.
Is atheism a religon in east Africa?
Atheism is not a religion. It is a lack of one. And, to my knowledge, there are countries with no official religion, but not countries with atheism as their standard 'religion' or lack thereof. In Stalin's reign during WWII, atheism was considered to be the only acceptable belief, but there is not much else other than that.
Is atheism a sin in Islam?
Yes Atheism would be a sin.AdditionWorse yet in many Islamic countries apostasy carries the penalty of death.
Is atheism a government recognized religion?
It depends on the government in question and it also depends on how you define "recognized".In some countries, atheism is the state religion, such as has been in China, Communist Albania (1946-1991), and the Soviet Union (1924-1991). Professing atheism in these countries actually confers a political advantage to the adherents.In some countries, atheism is recognized as a religion for purposes of national religious surveys, but conveys no benefits nor causes problems. Countries that operate in this manner include Australia, France, and Japan.In some countries, atheism is considered a religion to the degree where religious rights are concerned, but does not recognize them as a religion where taxation law is concerned. The United States operates in this paradigm.In many countries, atheism is not recognized by the government and Atheists are simply considered to have the religion of their non-Atheist family members. Some such countries tolerate atheists, such as India. Most of these countries do not tolerate atheism and see it negatively, like most Islamic World countries.
Has atheism produced someone like Leonardo da Vinci?
Probably; for much of history in Europe atheism was illegal, so non-believers tended to keep quiet!
Is child slavery illegal in some countries?
It's illegal in most countries.
Is being a gay - illegal?
In some countries it is illegal, most western countries it is not.
How many percent of euthanasia is illegal?
In those countries where it is allowed, 0% is illegal. In those countries where it is not then 100% is illegal.
Are r4s illegal?
They are illegal in some countries, such as the UK.
What European countries practice atheism?
Atheism is not a religion, and cannot be "practiced." It is a single stance on a single issue. It is simply the absence of belief in gods. There are European countries which have a large majority of atheists. According to Wikipedia, the five most secular (non-theist) European countries are Estonia, Czech Republic, Sweden, Denmark and Norway.
What countries do they have atheism in?
There are atheists in every country, although they may choose not to reveal themselves in certain places.
Has atheism produced someone like Michelangelo?
Almost certainly yes; atheism was illegal in Europe for many years, so non-believers kept very quiet! In more recent years, many modern artists are openly atheist.
