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Using the metaphor of 'constitutional space', this
thought-provoking book describes the confluence and convergence of
powers in a constitutional system, comprised of the principled
exercise of the legislative, executive and judicial powers of
constitutional government. The book asserts that when governance is
guided by principle, convergence creates greater space for all
human rights and fundamental freedoms; both community and
individuals thrive. Conversely when any right or freedom is given
precedence over any other for reasons of political expediency, this
results in the loss or diminution of human rights and fundamental
freedoms. Addressing the issues surrounding the freedom of religion
or belief, this timely book explores the dimensions of
constitutional space and the content of this freedom, as well as
comparative approaches to defining and protecting this freedom.
Freedom of Religion or Belief will be a key resource for academics
working in the fields of law and religion, law and society and
human rights law. It will also appeal to practitioners and
policy-makers working on the issue of religious freedom.
Contributors include: P.T. Babie, R. Barker, A.P. Bhanu, A. Deagon,
C. Evans, J. Forrester, N. Foster, M. Fowler, J. Harrison, M. Hill,
J. Neoh, E.U. Ochab, J. Patrick, C. Read, N.G. Rochow, V.-I. Savic,
B.G. Scharffs, P. Taylor, P. Xiong
This volume presents a timely analysis of some of the current
controversies relating to freedom for religion and freedom from
religion that have dominated headlines worldwide. The collection
trains the lens closely on select issues and contexts to provide
detailed snapshots of the ways in which freedom for and from
religion are conceptualized, protected, neglected, and negotiated
in diverse situations and locations. A broad range of issues
including migration, education, the public space, prisons and
healthcare are discussed drawing examples from Europe, the US,
Asia, Africa and South America. Including contributions from
leading experts in the field, the book will be essential reading
for researchers and policy-makers interested in Law and Religion.
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