Laiklik

Laiklik, or secularism, is the principle that government and state institutions remain neutral regarding religion. It means that religious beliefs and practices are separate from government policies, laws, and public services. This ensures that all citizens, regardless of their faith or lack thereof, are treated equally under the law and that no religion is given special privileges. Laiklik promotes freedom of religion, supports diverse beliefs, and maintains social harmony by preventing religious influence from dominating political decisions or public life. Essentially, it upholds the idea that religion is a personal matter, while government functions independently of religious institutions.