Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
laicism
Noun
/ˈleɪɪsɪzəm/
Definition
Laicism refers to the principle of separating religious institutions from state institutions, ensuring that religious groups do not influence government policies.
Examples
- The school promotes laicism by not allowing religious symbols in classrooms.
- Laicism has influenced many countries to create secular laws that uphold individual freedoms.
- In the debate over education reform, laicism emerged as a key issue.
Meaning
The term embodies the idea that religion should not interfere with political and governmental matters, promoting a secular approach to governance.
Synonyms
- Secularism
- Nonreligiousness
- Religious neutrality
