Former Secular States
- Iran - Became a secular state in 1925 after Reza Pahlavi was installed as Shah. Islam was re-instituted as the state religion in December 1979 following the adoption of a new constitution.
- Madagascar (1960–2007) Constitution with "laïc" removed
- Iraq (1932–1968) - Became a secular state in 1932 after Iraqi independence. Islam was instituted as the state religion in 1968 following the adoption of a new constitution.
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