The religion of the head of state

Abstract

The subject of religion, belief and sect is one of the most sensitive subjects in the field of constitutional studies, and indeed studies in general. And the religious dispute stood behind many international and internal conflicts, and even many alliances were established on the basis of religion and sect.
And the limits of religion and belief on internal and international relations do not stop at a specific limit. Just as this factor plays a decisive role in the relations of the Islamic world, its impact is no less than that in the Western and Christian world in general.
From here, the international charters, and then the national constitutions, were keen to regulate freedom of belief precisely, and even many charters created the necessary guarantees to protect this freedom.
And if the international legislator was really keen to guarantee this freedom, then many constitutional legislators organized this freedom to confirm the state’s respect for this freedom, and the standing of those in power at the same distance from all religions, sects and beliefs. But the reality often indicates otherwise. The issue of bias and inclination to this or that religion, or favoritism for this belief and doctrine or another is a natural issue that arises with the birth of man, even if the ruler at the head of power is keen to show his respect for all beliefs. But what distinguishes the most democratic world from the least is that the rulers of the first sect are keen to respect all beliefs, and this respect for them is reflected in the reality of application, as they are keen to allow everyone to freely practice the rituals of their beliefs, but without prejudice to security or public order or affecting the freedom of others. in practicing their beliefs.