France's principle of laicite means no excessive religious symbols can be worn by staff, students, and players in public schools, hospitals, courts, and sports fields, though visitors and spectators can.
French Constitution and 1905 law codify separation of church and state, unique in restricting religious expression in public spaces like schools, emphasizing neutrality and unity over diversity.
French approach of secularism diverges from multiculturalism in the UK or US, prioritizing neutrality in religious matters in spaces that serve citizens, guided by the Education Ministry's council on secularism.
French schools were the first lay spaces, excluding faith viewpoints from curriculum, banning religious symbols, and prohibiting pastors from teaching, reflecting the principle that schools should be free of any disturbing expressions.
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