Article 7. Separation of religion from the state

Religion in the Republic of Uzbekistan is separated from the state. The activities of religious organizations and state bodies in the Republic of Uzbekistan are carried out on the basis of mutual non-interference.

The state promotes the establishment of mutual tolerance and respect between citizens who profess different religions and those who do not profess them, between religious organizations of different faiths, does not allow religious fundamentalism and extremism, actions aimed at opposing and exacerbating relations, inciting hostility between different confessions.

The state acts as a guarantor of the peaceful coexistence of confessions. The implementation of missionary work and proselytism is not allowed.

The state does not impose on religious organizations the performance of any state functions, does not interfere in their activities, if it does not contradict the law. Religious organizations do not perform state functions. The state does not finance the activities of religious organizations and does not allow activities that offend the religious feelings of believers.

It is not allowed to create and operate in the Republic of Uzbekistan a political party and other public associations on a religious basis, representative offices and branches of religious parties created outside the republic, participation of religious organizations in the activities of political parties and other public associations pursuing political goals, as well as providing them with financial or other help.