An established sect is a

A. religious group that is considered an outgrowth of a sect yet remains isolated from society.
B. large organized religion that is not officially linked with the state or government.
C. generally small, secretive religious group that represents either a new religion or a major innovation of an existing faith.
D. religious organization that claims to include most or all of the members of a society and that is recognized as the national or official religion.


Answer: A

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What will be an ideal response?

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