What are the key characteristics that define a sect?

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Doctrines open to questioning by followers, led by a magnetic leader, and welcoming new membersAcceptance of other faiths and maintaining a distinction between religion and governmentMembership based on choice, leadership through democratic processes, and strong emotional dedicationViewing the secular world as inherently holy

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A sect is distinguished by voluntary participation, leadership that is democratically chosen, and intense emotional involvement from its members.