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Religion in Tunisia plays a major role in the cultural set up of the country. With a majority of followers belonging to Muslim section, Islam is the dominant religion of the country. Along with it, there are various other religions too, though in very less percentage.

The majority of Tunisian population (99%) is Muslim, with a high percentage of Sunni Group belonging to the Malikite madhhab (one of the four schools or religious law within Sunni Islam). Along with it, Ibadhi Muslims (less in numbers) still exist, mainly in Jerba Island. Other minority religions that showcase their presence in Tunisia include Christianity, Judaism and Bahai. As per the Constitution of Tunisia, there is a freedom of religion for everyone unless it creates public disturbance. But in practicality, there are some restrictions on this secular right. Most of the mosques are subsidized and controlled by the government.

Christian community in Tunisia is mainly comprised of foreign residents and native-born citizens belonging to European or Arab descent. The Roman Catholic Church in the country is the governing body of about 12 churches, 9 schools, libraries and health clinics. The capital city of Tunis is home of various big names of Christian community, including the Roman Orthodox Church, the Anglican Church and the Reformed Church of France.

The third main religion in Tunisia is Judaism with a follower base of around 1,500 members. Most of the followers live in and around Tunis while the remaining Jewish population is restricted to the island of Djerba only. To support other religions apart from Islam, there is a variety of foreign religious charitable non-governmental organizations that are permitted by Tunisian government to work.

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