Religion in Bahrain

Religion in Bahrain (2020 census)[1]
  1. Islam (74.02%)
  2. Others (25.98%)

The Constitution of Bahrain states that Islam is the official religion and that Shari'a (Islamic law) is a principal source for legislation. Article 22 of the Constitution provides for freedom of conscience, the inviolability of worship, and the freedom to perform religious rites and hold religious parades and meetings, in accordance with the customs observed in the country; however, the Government has placed some limitations on the exercise of this right.

  1. ^ "Religion". Government of Bahrain. Retrieved 8 January 2025.

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