Religions of the World: Beliefs and Basics

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What is the main challenge posed by the large Muslim population in India?

  • Combating communalism
  • Promoting secularism
  • Maintaining religious pluralism
  • Addressing the conflict between Hindu and Muslim fundamentalist groups (correct)

What is the ideology promoted by India's founders, including Gandhi?

  • Religious pluralism (correct)
  • Fundamentalism
  • Secularism
  • Communalism

How do some Muslims view 'globalization'?

  • As a threat to Islamic values
  • As a way to promote economic growth
  • As a Western conspiracy to displace Islam (correct)
  • As a means to spread Islamic values

What is the criticism of economic globalization by the World Council of Churches?

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What is the common feature of Hindu and Muslim fundamentalist groups in India?

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What is the irony mentioned in the text regarding India's founders?

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What is the relationship between religion and globalization, according to some views?

<p>Religion may benefit from globalization, but tensions with globalist ideology will persist (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the use of modern technology by religious fundamentalist groups, according to the text?

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What is the criticism of some Muslims regarding globalization?

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What is the goal of India's government in addressing communalism?

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Flashcards

India's Religious Conflict

Tensions arising from differing beliefs between Hindu and Muslim groups.

Religious Pluralism

The principle that diverse religions can coexist peacefully and respectfully in society.

Muslim view of Globalization

Some Muslims view globalization as a Western plot to undermine Islam.

Criticism of Economic Globalization

Globalization can negatively impact communities, widening inequality and marginalization.

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Religious Fundamentalism

Unwavering commitment to the literal interpretation of religious doctrines.

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India's Ideological Paradox

Despite promoting religious pluralism, tensions still occur.

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Religion and Globalization

Globalization can help spread religion but may conflict with some religious values.

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Tech & Religious Reach

Modern technology helps spread religious ideologies rapidly and widely.

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Globalization as a Threat

Globalization as a force that imposes Western values and threatens Islamic traditions.

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Secularism Goal

A political doctrine emphasizing the separation of church and state.

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