In the United States, religious liberty is viewed as a protected right. What is meant by a “protected right” in this sentence?

Responses

The government protects religious liberty by contributing an equal amount of public funds to each major religious group.

The government does not establish any official religion and does not restrict people’s religious practices.

The government defends domestic religious groups against attacks by foreign terrorist groups.

The government takes steps to protect the religion held by the majority of Americans.

The government does not establish any official religion and does not restrict people’s religious practices.