secular government
/sɛˈkjʊlər ˈɡʌvərn.mənt/ · sec·u·lar gov·ern·ment
noun
- A system of government where the state and church are separate, with the government focusing on worldly matters rather than religious ones. The country adopted a secular government, ensuring that religious institutions did not influence policy decisions.
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Did you know? The concept of secular government is often attributed to the Enlightenment thinkers, such as John Locke and Voltaire, who advocated for the separation of church and state to promote individual freedom and tolerance. The United States is a notable example of a country founded on the principles of secular government.