Court Orders France To Lift Ban On Gathering At Places Of Worship

A French court has ruled that the government must allow people to gather in churches again, citing worship as a fundamental freedom. The judge criticized the government's ban as unlawful. Now, private gatherings of up to 10 people are allowed, and up to 20 people can attend funerals. However, other gatherings remain restricted. The Council of State has mandated that the ban on places of worship be lifted within 8 days.

What did the court decide regarding church gatherings?

• The court banned all gatherings.

• The court allowed gatherings only in public places.

• The court allowed gatherings in churches.

• The court restricted gatherings to 5 people.

Why did the judge consider the government's ban on worship gatherings unlawful?

• It was only applicable to certain regions.

• It was not enforced properly.

• It was a violation of a fundamental freedom.

• It was not approved by the parliament.

What is the maximum number of people allowed at funerals in places of worship?

• 25 people

• 20 people

• 15 people

• 10 people

What did the Council of State order regarding the ban on places of worship?

• To maintain the ban indefinitely.

• To lift the ban within 8 days.

• To increase the ban to 30 days.

• To review the ban after 15 days.

What is the limit for private gatherings in France according to the new ruling?

• 10 people

• 5 people

• 20 people

• 15 people