In one of the few references to the Jewish community, the center-right candidate Francois Fillon cited a French-Jewish state-recognized framework as an example for integrating Muslims into society.
In addition to the CRIF umbrella group, the street demonstration in Paris is being organized by the nonpartisan Consistoire group responsible for religious services.
The new commission comes amid growing scrutiny of the Jewish ritual that one Jewish community leader said is making some Jews question the viability of their futures in France.