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I would say Yes. If your "belief" breaks some existing law, the government can limit that belief. For example, if you believed (for religious reasons) in human sacrifice, the government would, of course, frown on that.
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∙ 10y agoNo government can, though many have tried. Ultimately people believe whatever they want, even if it contradicts existing laws or physical reality.
In the United States, the government cannot legallylimit freedom of belief.
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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".
How does freedom of speech limit the power of the government?
Freedom of speech ensures that every individual, as well as the media, can say what they want without the government stepping in. This is a guarantee in the Bill of Rights. It's what entitles you to your own opinion without fear of the government being able to keep you quiet.
What are the 5 first amendment freedoms?
The First Amendment of the United States Constitution protects the right to freedom of religion and freedom of expression from government interference. Freedom of expression consists of the rights to freedom of speech, press, assembly and to petition the government for a redress of grievances, and the implied rights of association and belief. The Supreme Court tells us how far these rights may be extended.
Is it right to limit a freedom?
No, restricting freedom is always wrong. But it may be less wrong than what would happen if you didn't set a limit.
What rights are guaranteed by the First Amendment?
The first amendment of the United States Constitution protects the right to freedom of religion and freedom of expression from government interference. See U.S. Const. amend. I. Freedom of expression consists of the rights to freedom of speech, press, assembly and to petition the government for a redress of grievances, and the implied rights of association and belief. >Religious freedom >Free speech >Right to assembly >Right to a petition >Right to the press
Can the government limit your right to freedom of belief?
Nope, the US Constitution clearly states the freedom of belief.
Can government limit your right to freedom of belief why or why not?
In certain cases government can limit the way you practice your religious beliefs because the U.S. supreme court has ruled that certain religious practices may be forbidden without violating constitutional rights.
What did Sam Houston believe about freedom and government?
He believed that a government should pay for itself and remain debt free. His belief in freedom did not extend to slaves.
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".
Does national government limit freedom of choice?
All governments limit freedom. Each and every law and regulation reduces your individual freedoms and choices. Very few are justifiable.
What best describes the concept Yeltsin is which was denied to people under the Soviet government?
freedom of belief
How does the Bill of Rights limit the government?
The Bill of Rights limits government by giving citizens freedoms that cannot be taken away by the government such as freedom of speech, freedom of religion, and the right against search and seizure.
The primary purpose of the government is to protect your freedom THEY stated this belief both in the?
The statement that the government should protect freedom is stated in the Decoration of Independence and in the Bill of Rights. The Bill of Rights are amendments that have been made to the Constitution.
What do you think needs to be done today to protect individual freedom and self-determination?
Limit the power of the Federal Government.
What do you think need to be done today to protect individual freedom and self-determination?
Limit the power of the Federal Government.
Why was freedom important to Sam Houston?
Possibly because of the unfair treatment he had seen being dished out to Native Americans by the US Government. His belief in freedom however, did not extend to slaves.
What was voltaires main belief?
it was freedom of expression freedom of thought and freedom or religious
