Lemon Test

The Lemon Test is a legal guideline used by courts to determine if a government action related to religion is constitutional. It has three parts: first, the action must have a legitimate secular (non-religious) purpose; second, it must not promote or inhibit religion; and third, it should not create excessive government entanglement with religion. If an action fails any of these parts, it’s considered unconstitutional under the Establishment Clause of the First Amendment. The test helps balance religious freedom with government neutrality and ensures religion isn’t unfairly favored or restricted by the state.