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Legal restrictions exist in several jurisdictions concerning the application or influence of specific religious legal principles. These measures typically aim to uphold secular legal frameworks and ensure equality under the law for all citizens, regardless of religious belief. For example, some regions have enacted statutes that prevent religious courts from adjudicating civil or criminal matters, thereby preserving the authority of secular judicial systems.

The impetus behind these regulations often stems from concerns about potential discrimination, particularly against women and minority groups, within religious legal systems. Advocates argue that a uniform legal code, applicable to everyone, safeguards fundamental rights and promotes social cohesion. Historically, such actions have been taken in response to perceived threats to secular governance and constitutional principles.