Disestablishment

Disestablishment is the process of severing the official connection between a church and the state, meaning the church no longer receives government support or privileges. It involves removing the church's status as the country's official or "established" religion, allowing it to operate independently without state interference or funding. This change ensures religious organizations function based on their own authority and resources, rather than state endorsement or control. Disestablishment often reflects a move toward religious neutrality in government, promoting equal treatment of all faiths and secular governance.