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Religion in Kosovo is separated from the state. [2] The country's constitution establishes Kosovo as a secular state , that is, neutral in matters of religious beliefs, and where everyone is equal before the law and is guaranteed freedom of religion , belief, and conscience.
After the end of Communist period religion had a revival in Kosovo. [3] Today, 95.6% of Kosovo's population are Muslims, most of whom are ethnic Albanians. [4] There are also non-Albanian speaking Muslims, who define themselves as Bosniaks, Gorani and Turks.
In contemporary Kosovo, the Diocese of Prizren remains an important religious institution. The community is estimated to make up about 3-5% of Kosovo's total population, translating to approximately 60,000 to 100,000 individuals. [37]
Kosovo was part of the Ottoman Empire from 1455 to 1912, at first as part of the eyalet of Rumelia, and from 1864 as a separate province . During this time, Islam was introduced to the population. Today, Sunni Islam is the predominant religion of Kosovo Albanians.
The constitution establishes Kosovo as a secular state that is neutral in matters of religious beliefs and where everyone is equal before the law and freedom to belief, conscience and religion is guaranteed. [45] [46] The 2011 Kosovo population census was largely boycotted by the Kosovo Serbs, especially in North Kosovo.
Secularism in Kosovo has a complex history and is influenced by political and social developments in the country. Since the declaration of independence in 2008, Kosovo has followed a clear course towards the separation of religion from the state, promoting freedom of belief and human rights.
The main religious conflict occurrences in the past can mainly be attributed to the propaganda of some nationalistic leaders. In comparison to numerous Balkan countries where inequalities and laws favoring certain religious groups were found, US government reports state that Kosovo is doing well in the freedom of religion aspects.
Religious organizations based in Kosovo (3 C) Pages in category "Religion in Kosovo" The following 4 pages are in this category, out of 4 total.