Does your nation have a state religion? What is it? Roman Catholicism. After the takeover by Mussolini's fascists in Italy, the Pope and his church officials fled from Vatican City and set up a government-in-exile. For now, Portugal acts as the seat of the Catholic Church.
Does the government give funding to any religion? Yes, the government collects a "church tax" from everyone, which goes to the Catholic Church.
Is the state religion enforced? Yes, it is mandatory to be Catholic. If you want to become a Portuguese citizen, you must convert.
Is blasphemy of the state religion a crime? Blasphemy and heresy is punishable by caning or burning.
Is blasphemy of other religions a crime? Heretical or heathen cult worship is illegal.
Does your nation have a "religious police"? Yes, the Corpo de Inquisidores (Inquisitor Corps). They enforce Portugal's religious and morality laws.
Does religion have a large influence on politics? Yes, all of Portugal's laws are based on Christianity and the Bible.
Are there any religious political parties? There is only the National Catholic Party.
Is religion a requirement for government positions? You must be male, Catholic and a Portuguese citizen.
Can public officials express their religious beliefs? They are required to exemplify Christian values.
Is religion taught in schools? yes
Are religious classes mandatory? Religion is a mandatory subject from preschool to university.
Is religion a requirement for becoming a teacher? yes
Can teachers express their religious beliefs? They are required to exemplify Christian values.
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[b]Is religion legal?[/b]
[b]Does your nation have a state religion? What is it?[/b]
[b]Does the government give funding to any religion?[/b]
[b]Is the state religion enforced?[/b]
[b]Is blasphemy of the state religion a crime?[/b]
[b]Is blasphemy of other religions a crime?[/b]
[b]Does your nation have a "religious police"?[/b]
[b]Does religion have a large influence on politics?[/b]
[b]Are there any religious political parties?[/b]
[b]Is religion a requirement for government positions?[/b]
[b]Can public officials express their religious beliefs?[/b]
[b]Is religion taught in schools?[/b]
[b]Are religious classes mandatory?[/b]
[b]Is religion a requirement for becoming a teacher?[/b]
[b]Can teachers express their religious beliefs?[/b]