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The '''Blessed Principality of North Icaria''', most commonly known as either '''North Icaria''' or just '''Icaria''', is a [[Serria|Serrian]] [[Serrian Foreign Dependencies|Principality]] located on the northern half of the [[Icarian Peninsula]] in [[Cancodia]], and has borders with the [[Mauralin Gulf]], and the [[Meridan]] and [[Etanamic]] oceans. Icaria is a federal constitutional monarchy with twelve states and one capital territory as well as maritime borders with [[Kerthenia]] and Serria, which it also shares its monarch with. Icaria became a Principality in 1846, when the twelve colonies and vassals of Serria on the Icarian peninsula federated, forming the Blessed Principality of North Icaria. | The '''Blessed Principality of North Icaria''', most commonly known as either '''North Icaria''' or just '''Icaria''', is a [[Serria|Serrian]] [[Serrian Foreign Dependencies|Principality]] located on the northern half of the [[Icarian Peninsula]] in [[Cancodia]], and has borders with the [[Mauralin Gulf]], and the [[Meridan]] and [[Etanamic]] oceans. Icaria is a federal constitutional monarchy with twelve states and one capital territory as well as maritime borders with [[Kerthenia]] and Serria, which it also shares its monarch with. Icaria became a Principality in 1846, when the twelve colonies and vassals of Serria on the Icarian peninsula federated, forming the Blessed Principality of North Icaria. | ||
| − | North Icaria has a long history of empires, kingdoms and city states stretching back to the copper age and has been unified four times in its history, under the First Icarian Empire, the Second Icarian Empire, the Karan Empire, and most recently, under the Serrian Empire, which it is still a part of to this day. Pre Colonial Icaria was a diverse place with many kingdoms | + | North Icaria has a long history of empires, kingdoms and city states stretching back to the copper age and has been unified four times in its history, under the First Icarian Empire, the Second Icarian Empire, the Karan Empire, and most recently, under the Serrian Empire, which it is still a part of to this day. Pre Colonial Icaria was a diverse place with many kingdoms calling the peninsula their home. The largest ethnic groups of pre colonial Icaria were the Ithakans, along with the Kirani who predate the Ithakan people, along with a small minority of Ikoryogai, who are descended from the Karan people. |
Icaria is a member of the [[Mauralin Renewable Energy and Powerlink Project]], the [[Mauralin Canal Management Authority]], the [[League of Serrian States]], the [[Organization on the Protection of Indigenous Peoples]], the [[International Economic Relations Organization]], the [[Global Economic Association]], the [[Serrian Economic Cooperation Treaty]], and the [[Lirezone]]. | Icaria is a member of the [[Mauralin Renewable Energy and Powerlink Project]], the [[Mauralin Canal Management Authority]], the [[League of Serrian States]], the [[Organization on the Protection of Indigenous Peoples]], the [[International Economic Relations Organization]], the [[Global Economic Association]], the [[Serrian Economic Cooperation Treaty]], and the [[Lirezone]]. | ||
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=== Colonisation === | === Colonisation === | ||
| − | Serrian colonialism in Icaria began in 1654, when Serria, desiring a trading city in the Mauralin Gulf region, invaded Free Cities of Paros and Aigaleo, which were major trade cities in the region. Despite having a relatively powerful navy for their size, they were no match for the Serrian navy and their more advanced firearms technologies, and would quickly fall in 1655. Shortly after conquering the Paros Archipelago, the Serrians would conquer the Kingdom of Agios in 1658, after a breakdown of relations between Agios and Serria. | + | Serrian colonialism in Icaria began in 1654, when Serria, desiring a trading city in the Mauralin Gulf region, invaded Free Cities of [[Paros]] and Aigaleo, which were major trade cities in the region. Despite having a relatively powerful navy for their size, they were no match for the Serrian navy and their more advanced firearms technologies, and would quickly fall in 1655. Shortly after conquering the Paros Archipelago, the Serrians would conquer the Kingdom of [[Agios]] in 1658, after a breakdown of relations between Agios and Serria. |
The next phase of Serrian colonialism in Icaria began in 1747, with the Serrian conquest and vassalisation of the Kingdom of Aegina located on the northernmost tip of Icaria. Serrian colonisation in Icaria during this time period would follow a pattern of either accepting vassalisation and subservience to the Serrian monarchy, or being conquered and having the precolonial political systems erased, in favour of Serrian based institutions. The final precolonial holdout in North Icaria would be the Free City of Imeros, which would be conquered in 1763, Leaving the entire northern part of the peninsula under Serrian control. | The next phase of Serrian colonialism in Icaria began in 1747, with the Serrian conquest and vassalisation of the Kingdom of Aegina located on the northernmost tip of Icaria. Serrian colonisation in Icaria during this time period would follow a pattern of either accepting vassalisation and subservience to the Serrian monarchy, or being conquered and having the precolonial political systems erased, in favour of Serrian based institutions. The final precolonial holdout in North Icaria would be the Free City of Imeros, which would be conquered in 1763, Leaving the entire northern part of the peninsula under Serrian control. | ||
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== Politics == | == Politics == | ||
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| + | === Government === | ||
| + | {{multiple image|align = right|perrow = 1|total_width=600 | ||
| + | | image1 = Icariagov.png | ||
| + | | footer = Icarian Government Structure.}} | ||
| + | The Icarian government is a federal parliamentary constitutional monarchy. The Icarian parliament is divided into the Senate, the House of Dukes, and the Monarchy represented by the Governor General. | ||
=== Relationship with Serria and Edusa === | === Relationship with Serria and Edusa === | ||
{{Main|1 = Serrian Foreign Dependencies}} | {{Main|1 = Serrian Foreign Dependencies}} | ||
| + | Serria and Edusa are generally viewed favourably by the Icarian populace, and support for the Serrian government remains high. Icaria has a small independence movement, but this movement has not managed to gain traction, with the Serrian government and the status as a principality continuing to be viewed favourably by the general populace. | ||
=== Foreign Relations === | === Foreign Relations === | ||
| + | Icarian foreign relations are largely controlled by the Serrian government, although it is still able to sign trade deals with other nations and other similar agreements with foreign powers. The Icarian government cannot join any alliances with a foreign power though, as it is bound to the Serrian policy of neutrality. Icaria is also unable to declare or join wars without the express permission of the Serrian government. While it is not an independent state, Icaria holds an observer seat on the Kerbin Assembly. | ||
=== Military === | === Military === | ||
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{{multiple image|align = right|perrow = 1|total_width=300 | {{multiple image|align = right|perrow = 1|total_width=300 | ||
| image1 = IcarianM1_1.png | | image1 = IcarianM1_1.png | ||
| − | | footer =An Icarian CML.4I tank.}} | + | | image2 = H2_rocket.jpg |
| − | The Icarian Defence Force(IDF) is a well funded and advanced military with approximately 75,000 members. The IDF is heavily integrated with the | + | | footer =An Icarian CML.4I tank(top) and Chungsilhan 2 rocket(bottom).}} |
| + | The Icarian Defence Force (IDF) is the armed forces of Icaria. The IDF consists of three branches: the Icarian Army, the Icarian Air Force, and the Icarian Navy. The IDF is a well funded and advanced military with approximately 75,000 members. The IDF is heavily integrated with the Serrian Defense Force (SDF), the armed forces of the Serrian Empire, and conducts many joint operations with them, such as operating some of its fighters on Serrian Navy carriers. The Icarian government also directly funds the SDF, spending 1.65% ($25.2 billion) of its GDP on the SDF, and 2% ($30.6 billion) on the IDF, for a total of 3.65% ($55.8 billion) of the GDP being spent on the military. | ||
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| + | The IDF’s main role is to defend Icaria’s territory and interests, as well as to contribute to SDF operations worldwide. The IDF also participates in various peacekeeping and humanitarian missions around the world, in cooperation with the SDF and other Serrian Empire states or international organizations. | ||
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| + | The IDF has a diverse and modern arsenal of weapons systems, both imported and indigenous. The Icarian Air Force flies F-35A Lightning II stealth fighters, which are phasing out the Mirage 2000s, as well as F-14 Tomcats, some of which are deployed on Serrian Navy carriers. The Icarian Navy has one Cavour class carrier, which currently hosts Serrian operated Harriers while Icaria awaits its F-35Bs. The Icarian Navy also operates the Therion class destroyer, an Iconian design that is among the most capable air defence ships on the planet. The Icarian Army relies on the M1A2 Abrams as its main battle tank. The IDF also uses some equipment that it has developed locally, such as the Grot assault rifle (introduced in 2021), the Patria Pasi armored personnel carrier (a major export success for Icaria, widely used by the Serrian military), the Gepard class fast attack craft (another export success for Icaria, sold to Nor, a protectorate of Serria, and to the Ivory Mountains), the I-22 Iryda jet trainer, and the PZL-130 Orlik basic trainer. The IDF is constantly developing and upgrading its capabilities to meet new threats and challenges. | ||
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| + | === Icarian Space Agency === | ||
| + | {{Main|1 = Aurora Mun Base}} | ||
| + | The Icarian Space Agency(ISA) is the space research and development agency of Icaria, with a budget of approximately $4.5 billion. The ISA has its own astronaut corps, and is involved in several international space efforts, including the [[Serrian Space Station]] and the [[Aurora Mun Base]]. The ISA also operates its own carrier rockets, such as the [[Chungsilhan]] series, its own resupply vehicle for the Serrian Space Station, and one EC.1 space plane. Icarias rockets and space vehicles are primarily designed and built in Icaria by [[Sapphire Aircraft|Sapphire Aerospace]], a subsidiary of Sapphire Aircraft, along with other Icarian and Serrian subcontractors. | ||
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== Economy == | == Economy == | ||
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==== Mauralin Canal ==== | ==== Mauralin Canal ==== | ||
{{Main|1 = Mauralin Canal Management Authority}} | {{Main|1 = Mauralin Canal Management Authority}} | ||
| − | The Mauralin Canal is a canal built in the middle of the Icarian peninsula by Serria and the newly formed principality of Icaria in 1848, to facilitate the rapid transport of cargo and military vessels from the Mauralin Gulf and the Etanamic ocean, while bypassing the | + | The Mauralin Canal is a canal built in the middle of the Icarian peninsula by Serria and the newly formed principality of Icaria in 1848, to facilitate the rapid transport of cargo and military vessels from the Mauralin Gulf and the Etanamic ocean, while bypassing the Ithakan Strait. The canal is about 90km long, 150m wide, and 15m deep. The canal has several bridges, tunnels, and aqueducts along its route, which enable the crossing of roads, railways, rivers, and pipelines. |
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| + | The canal is managed by the [[Mauralin Canal Management Authority]] (MCMA), which is jointly funded by both the Serrian and Icarian governments. The MCMA is responsible for the operation, maintenance, security, and development of the canal. The MCMA charges a toll fee for each ship that uses the canal, based on its size, type, and cargo. The toll fee is heavily subsidised by both governments, to ensure that it is still profitable for shipping companies to use the canal, despite the relatively small amount of time saved by using the canal. | ||
| + | The canal is a strategic asset for both Serria and Icaria, as it enhances their trade and military capabilities in the region. The canal allows faster and cheaper access to markets and resources in the Meridan Sea and the Mauralin Gulf region for Serria and other Etanamic states. The canal also allows quicker and easier deployment of naval forces in case of conflict or crisis in the region. The only military ships allowed through the canal are those used by Serria or Serrian Empire states. | ||
=== Energy === | === Energy === | ||
{{Main|1 = Mauralin Renewable Energy and Powerlink Project}} | {{Main|1 = Mauralin Renewable Energy and Powerlink Project}} | ||
| − | The Mauralin Renewable Energy and Powerlink Project is a large scale renewable energy project between Icaria and Serria | + | |
| + | The energy sector of Icaria has a varied mix of power sources, with coal being the main one. According to the latest statistics, coal accounts for 60% of the total electricity generation in Icaria, followed by natural gas (15%), hydroelectricity (10%), nuclear (8%), solar (4%), wind (2%), and geothermal (1%). The government of Icaria plans to increase the proportion of renewable energy to 20% by 2030, with solar and wind being the main sources of growth. The government of Icaria also plans to invest more in nuclear energy, as it provides a low-carbon and reliable option to fossil fuels. The government of Icaria aims to build two new nuclear reactors by 2025, which will increase the nuclear capacity by 50%. | ||
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| + | The energy sector of Icaria is in a process of transition towards renewable energy, primarily due to the [[Mauralin Renewable Energy and Powerlink Project]]. This is a large-scale renewable energy project between Icaria and Serria, which aims to interconnect the electricity grids of Agios, Paros and Icaria, while also enhancing solar and wind production in all three regions. The project involves the construction of solar farms and wind farms in strategic locations, as well as the installation of high-voltage transmission lines and smart grid technologies. The project also includes long distance undersea electric cables that connect the three regions and enable efficient power distribution and balancing. The project is anticipated to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, decrease electricity costs, improve energy security, and generate jobs and economic opportunities in the region. | ||
== Geography == | == Geography == | ||
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=== Religion === | === Religion === | ||
| − | The official state religion of Icaria is Catholicism and as with Serria all schools teach the religion. Icaria is | + | The official state religion of Icaria is Catholicism and as with Serria all schools teach the religion. Icaria is 82% Catholic with a minority of other religions and the nonreligious. Catholicism is the only religion in Icaria to be granted tax exempt status, with all other religions being required to pay taxes. This law was originally made in 1848, to discourage other religions from gaining a foothold in Icaria without actually banning them. A side effect of this law is that the nonreligious are the second largest group in Icaria, due to the fact that other religious denominations have a harder time keeping their places of worship open. |
[[Category:Serrian Dependencies]] | [[Category:Serrian Dependencies]] | ||
[[Category:Serria]] | [[Category:Serria]] | ||
Latest revision as of 11:09, 14 March 2024
The Blessed Principality of North Icaria | |
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 Flag | |
 Location of Icaria on a globe. | |
 Location of Icaria and Serria. | |
| Capital | Evdilos |
| Official languages | Serrian, Ithakan, Kirani, Edusan, Dolfik, Sedentrionale, |
| Ethnic groups |
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| Demonym(s) | Icarian, North Icarian, Serrian Icarian. |
| Government | Federal parliamentary constitutional monarchy |
• Monarch | King Colombo II |
| Legislature | House of Dukes |
| Area | |
• Total | 786,131 km2 (303,527 sq mi) |
| Population | |
• 2023 estimate | 44.5 million |
• 2023 census | 44,452,241 |
• Density | 55.4/km2 (143.5/sq mi) |
| GDP (nominal) | 2023 estimate |
• Total | $1.59 trillion |
• Per capita | $35,768 |
| Currency | Serrian lira (SAL) |
| Time zone | Mauralin Time |
| Driving side | right |
| Calling code | +40 |
| Internet TLD | .ic |
The Blessed Principality of North Icaria, most commonly known as either North Icaria or just Icaria, is a Serrian Principality located on the northern half of the Icarian Peninsula in Cancodia, and has borders with the Mauralin Gulf, and the Meridan and Etanamic oceans. Icaria is a federal constitutional monarchy with twelve states and one capital territory as well as maritime borders with Kerthenia and Serria, which it also shares its monarch with. Icaria became a Principality in 1846, when the twelve colonies and vassals of Serria on the Icarian peninsula federated, forming the Blessed Principality of North Icaria.
North Icaria has a long history of empires, kingdoms and city states stretching back to the copper age and has been unified four times in its history, under the First Icarian Empire, the Second Icarian Empire, the Karan Empire, and most recently, under the Serrian Empire, which it is still a part of to this day. Pre Colonial Icaria was a diverse place with many kingdoms calling the peninsula their home. The largest ethnic groups of pre colonial Icaria were the Ithakans, along with the Kirani who predate the Ithakan people, along with a small minority of Ikoryogai, who are descended from the Karan people.
Icaria is a member of the Mauralin Renewable Energy and Powerlink Project, the Mauralin Canal Management Authority, the League of Serrian States, the Organization on the Protection of Indigenous Peoples, the International Economic Relations Organization, the Global Economic Association, the Serrian Economic Cooperation Treaty, and the Lirezone.
History
Pre-colonisation
First Icarian Empire
Second Icarian Empire
Karan Empire
Colonisation
Serrian colonialism in Icaria began in 1654, when Serria, desiring a trading city in the Mauralin Gulf region, invaded Free Cities of Paros and Aigaleo, which were major trade cities in the region. Despite having a relatively powerful navy for their size, they were no match for the Serrian navy and their more advanced firearms technologies, and would quickly fall in 1655. Shortly after conquering the Paros Archipelago, the Serrians would conquer the Kingdom of Agios in 1658, after a breakdown of relations between Agios and Serria.
The next phase of Serrian colonialism in Icaria began in 1747, with the Serrian conquest and vassalisation of the Kingdom of Aegina located on the northernmost tip of Icaria. Serrian colonisation in Icaria during this time period would follow a pattern of either accepting vassalisation and subservience to the Serrian monarchy, or being conquered and having the precolonial political systems erased, in favour of Serrian based institutions. The final precolonial holdout in North Icaria would be the Free City of Imeros, which would be conquered in 1763, Leaving the entire northern part of the peninsula under Serrian control.
Federation
In 1846, after a large movement for more local autonomy and greater representation that began in 1823, the colonies and vassals of Serrian Icaria were reorganised into a federation and principality. The capital of the new principality in northern Icaria would be the Serrian founded city of Evdilos, thanks to its central location and relative lack of power compared to other regions in the country. Agios and Paros were also given the option of joining but declined in favour of remaining a part of Serria proper.
Great War
Present Day
Politics
Government
The Icarian government is a federal parliamentary constitutional monarchy. The Icarian parliament is divided into the Senate, the House of Dukes, and the Monarchy represented by the Governor General.
Relationship with Serria and Edusa
Serria and Edusa are generally viewed favourably by the Icarian populace, and support for the Serrian government remains high. Icaria has a small independence movement, but this movement has not managed to gain traction, with the Serrian government and the status as a principality continuing to be viewed favourably by the general populace.
Foreign Relations
Icarian foreign relations are largely controlled by the Serrian government, although it is still able to sign trade deals with other nations and other similar agreements with foreign powers. The Icarian government cannot join any alliances with a foreign power though, as it is bound to the Serrian policy of neutrality. Icaria is also unable to declare or join wars without the express permission of the Serrian government. While it is not an independent state, Icaria holds an observer seat on the Kerbin Assembly.
Military
The Icarian Defence Force (IDF) is the armed forces of Icaria. The IDF consists of three branches: the Icarian Army, the Icarian Air Force, and the Icarian Navy. The IDF is a well funded and advanced military with approximately 75,000 members. The IDF is heavily integrated with the Serrian Defense Force (SDF), the armed forces of the Serrian Empire, and conducts many joint operations with them, such as operating some of its fighters on Serrian Navy carriers. The Icarian government also directly funds the SDF, spending 1.65% ($25.2 billion) of its GDP on the SDF, and 2% ($30.6 billion) on the IDF, for a total of 3.65% ($55.8 billion) of the GDP being spent on the military.
The IDF’s main role is to defend Icaria’s territory and interests, as well as to contribute to SDF operations worldwide. The IDF also participates in various peacekeeping and humanitarian missions around the world, in cooperation with the SDF and other Serrian Empire states or international organizations.
The IDF has a diverse and modern arsenal of weapons systems, both imported and indigenous. The Icarian Air Force flies F-35A Lightning II stealth fighters, which are phasing out the Mirage 2000s, as well as F-14 Tomcats, some of which are deployed on Serrian Navy carriers. The Icarian Navy has one Cavour class carrier, which currently hosts Serrian operated Harriers while Icaria awaits its F-35Bs. The Icarian Navy also operates the Therion class destroyer, an Iconian design that is among the most capable air defence ships on the planet. The Icarian Army relies on the M1A2 Abrams as its main battle tank. The IDF also uses some equipment that it has developed locally, such as the Grot assault rifle (introduced in 2021), the Patria Pasi armored personnel carrier (a major export success for Icaria, widely used by the Serrian military), the Gepard class fast attack craft (another export success for Icaria, sold to Nor, a protectorate of Serria, and to the Ivory Mountains), the I-22 Iryda jet trainer, and the PZL-130 Orlik basic trainer. The IDF is constantly developing and upgrading its capabilities to meet new threats and challenges.
Icarian Space Agency
The Icarian Space Agency(ISA) is the space research and development agency of Icaria, with a budget of approximately $4.5 billion. The ISA has its own astronaut corps, and is involved in several international space efforts, including the Serrian Space Station and the Aurora Mun Base. The ISA also operates its own carrier rockets, such as the Chungsilhan series, its own resupply vehicle for the Serrian Space Station, and one EC.1 space plane. Icarias rockets and space vehicles are primarily designed and built in Icaria by Sapphire Aerospace, a subsidiary of Sapphire Aircraft, along with other Icarian and Serrian subcontractors.
Economy
Major Industries
Tourism
Transport and Infrastructure
Mauralin Canal
The Mauralin Canal is a canal built in the middle of the Icarian peninsula by Serria and the newly formed principality of Icaria in 1848, to facilitate the rapid transport of cargo and military vessels from the Mauralin Gulf and the Etanamic ocean, while bypassing the Ithakan Strait. The canal is about 90km long, 150m wide, and 15m deep. The canal has several bridges, tunnels, and aqueducts along its route, which enable the crossing of roads, railways, rivers, and pipelines.
The canal is managed by the Mauralin Canal Management Authority (MCMA), which is jointly funded by both the Serrian and Icarian governments. The MCMA is responsible for the operation, maintenance, security, and development of the canal. The MCMA charges a toll fee for each ship that uses the canal, based on its size, type, and cargo. The toll fee is heavily subsidised by both governments, to ensure that it is still profitable for shipping companies to use the canal, despite the relatively small amount of time saved by using the canal.
The canal is a strategic asset for both Serria and Icaria, as it enhances their trade and military capabilities in the region. The canal allows faster and cheaper access to markets and resources in the Meridan Sea and the Mauralin Gulf region for Serria and other Etanamic states. The canal also allows quicker and easier deployment of naval forces in case of conflict or crisis in the region. The only military ships allowed through the canal are those used by Serria or Serrian Empire states.
Energy
The energy sector of Icaria has a varied mix of power sources, with coal being the main one. According to the latest statistics, coal accounts for 60% of the total electricity generation in Icaria, followed by natural gas (15%), hydroelectricity (10%), nuclear (8%), solar (4%), wind (2%), and geothermal (1%). The government of Icaria plans to increase the proportion of renewable energy to 20% by 2030, with solar and wind being the main sources of growth. The government of Icaria also plans to invest more in nuclear energy, as it provides a low-carbon and reliable option to fossil fuels. The government of Icaria aims to build two new nuclear reactors by 2025, which will increase the nuclear capacity by 50%.
The energy sector of Icaria is in a process of transition towards renewable energy, primarily due to the Mauralin Renewable Energy and Powerlink Project. This is a large-scale renewable energy project between Icaria and Serria, which aims to interconnect the electricity grids of Agios, Paros and Icaria, while also enhancing solar and wind production in all three regions. The project involves the construction of solar farms and wind farms in strategic locations, as well as the installation of high-voltage transmission lines and smart grid technologies. The project also includes long distance undersea electric cables that connect the three regions and enable efficient power distribution and balancing. The project is anticipated to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, decrease electricity costs, improve energy security, and generate jobs and economic opportunities in the region.
Geography
Demographics
Culture
Religion
The official state religion of Icaria is Catholicism and as with Serria all schools teach the religion. Icaria is 82% Catholic with a minority of other religions and the nonreligious. Catholicism is the only religion in Icaria to be granted tax exempt status, with all other religions being required to pay taxes. This law was originally made in 1848, to discourage other religions from gaining a foothold in Icaria without actually banning them. A side effect of this law is that the nonreligious are the second largest group in Icaria, due to the fact that other religious denominations have a harder time keeping their places of worship open.