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The importance of religion in Guyana goes back to the colonial period, in which
Christianity served as a prerequisite to social acceptance. The Constitution of Guyana affirms that Guyana is a secular state although Christianity still dominates on contemporary issues of public morality. "Blasphemous
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refers to the lack of belief in religion, secularity or atheism in the country. An estimated 4 percent of the population does not profess any
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libel, obstruction of the performance of a religious service, disturbing a congregation or preacher" are all punishable by law.
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