Proceedings of the IISES Annual Conference, Sevilla, Spain

THE OTHER SIDE OF THE COIN: THE NEGATIVE ASPECT OF FREEDOM OF RELIGION

ORSOLYA CSATÁRI, BOLDIZSÁR SZENTGÁLI-TÓTH

Abstract:

It is beyond doubts, that the framework of freedom of religion, as a positive right, entitles people to conduct a wide range of activities. However, what is the proper assessment, when one refrains from a legal duty due to religious reasons, or one refuses to participate in compulsory commitments on religious grounds? It should be highlighted, that freedom of religion influences almost all areas of life worldwide, the issues which are raised, are quite similar in the different countries. As for demonstration, it is broadly accepted, that the free exercise of religion shall not violate disproportionately the fundamental rights of others. The definition of religion and church shall be precised. It is also questionable, whether there is a right to convert someone to one’s religion. Our contribution is dedicated to these issues.

Keywords: freedom of religion, negative aspect, comparatice research, protection of fundamental rights, religious exemptions, human rights, definition of religion

DOI: 10.20472/IAC.2018.035.009

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