Freedom of Religion under the European Convention on Human Rights [Hardcover]

Freedom of religion and belief is a central right set out in international human rights treaties. This book provides a detailed analysis of this law as developed under the European Convention on Human Rights. It takes a critical view of the restrictive manner in which the European Court of Human Rights has interpreted freedom of religion or belief in areas such as education, conscientious objection, proselytism, and employment.

1. Introduction
2. Towards a Theory of Freedom of Religion or Belief
3. Historical Background
4. Defining Religion or Belief
5. Freedom of Religion or Belief
6. The Right to Manifest a Religion or Belief
7. Limitations on Manifestations of Religion or Belief
8. Neutral and Generally Applicable Laws
9. Conclusion
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Evan's....has done a masterful job. Her book is erudite, detailed, balanced, and very clearly written....A truly excellent book....[a]tour de forcethat will become....the standard work on development of Article 9 jurisprudence. --Journal of Church and State