separatism

/sˈɛpɝʌtɪzʌm/

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Noun
a social system that provides separate facilities for minority groups
Noun
a disposition toward schism and secession from a larger group; the principles and practices of separatists; "separatism is a serious problem in Quebec"; "demands for some form of separatism on grounds of religion have been perceived as a threat to mainstream education"
Noun
advocacy of a policy of strict separation of church and state