Proposed provisions for the new Constitution. Freedom of religion and belief. April 2023

Year: 2023

Authors: María Elena Pimstein, Ana María Celis, Javier García Oliva, Juan José Romero y otros

Keywords: freedom of religion and belief, freedom of thought and conscience, new Constitution, immunity from coercion, autonomy of religious entities, relations between the state and religious organizations

The text addresses the content and scope of freedom of religion and belief, then makes a specific proposal for provisions on this right and provides its rationale. It addresses the essential content of the right to freedom of thought, conscience, religion or belief, as well as its limits and immunity from coercion. It also refers to the autonomy and assets of religious entities, as well as a system of institutional relations based on collaboration. It concludes with the right of parents or legal guardians to choose their children’s religious education.