Abstract:

Polish Muslims are a small community, which is consisted of diversified groups such as Tatars, Chechens, Algerians etc. The Tatars are the most indigenous group among the Polish Muslims. At present, the Islamic community of Poland has expanded by the coming up of migrants from Muslim countries as well as diplomats and businessmen. They are Muslims who began to arrive in Poland in the middle of the 20th century, chiefly from countries of the Middle East, North Africa, Iran and Afghanistan. This article examines the constitutional status and position of Muslims in Poland in general and the Polish Tatars in particular. The role of Tatars regarding the Polish Islam and the importance of religion (Islam) in building Tatar identity are the main focus and crux of this study. The situation of non-Tatar people such as Muslim emigrants has also been briefly investigated in this context.

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