Detailed information about religious beliefs in Uruguay.

Uruguay is known as one of the most secular countries in the world. The vast majority of its people are agnostic, atheist or independent of religious beliefs. However, there are also minorities with other religious beliefs in the country. The majority of Uruguay's population adheres to the Catholic Church. However, regular church attendance is low and people do not appear to be actively committed to their religious beliefs. Other religious groups in the country include Protestants, Jews, Muslims and other smaller groups. Uruguay officially adopted state religious separation in 1917 and allowed the separation of church and state. This is a step that forms the basis of secularism in the country. The state respects religious beliefs and recognizes that everyone has freedom of belief. In Uruguay, religious education depends on the students' wishes and religious education is not provided in public schools. This reflects the principle of secularism in the country. However, religious education can be provided in private schools. Religious beliefs in the country are generally considered an individual matter, and debates or conflicts over religious beliefs in society are rare. Uruguay is known as a country that promotes religious tolerance and freedom.