Ograniczenia w zakresie eksponowania symboliki religijnej (nowe restrykcje dotyczące ubioru) w przestrzeni publicznej współczesnej Francji

The constitutionally declared secularism of the French Republic imposes the necessity to introduce provisions restricting the expansion of religious symbolism (including Christian symbols) in the public space of the state. A particular, increasing problem is related to the symbols of Islam, especially the specific dress code for women. The author describes the background of the confl ict, presents legal acts restricting the freedom of religion realized in this context, and refers to the most recent case law of the French courts and the European Court of Human Rights, hence he comprehensibly discusses the legal aspects of the issue.