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The Middle East region was particularly volatile during the 20th century with conflicts occurring between different ______ and sects.
The Middle East region was particularly volatile during the 20th century with conflicts occurring between different ______ and sects.
religions
One notable conflict was the Iraqi Civil War from 1978 to 1982 when the Sunni minority attempted to overthrow the ______ government.
One notable conflict was the Iraqi Civil War from 1978 to 1982 when the Sunni minority attempted to overthrow the ______ government.
Shia
The Iranian Revolution began in 1978, leading to the establishment of an Islamic Republic under Ayatollah ______.
The Iranian Revolution began in 1978, leading to the establishment of an Islamic Republic under Ayatollah ______.
Khomeini
India's independence in August 1947 led to religious tensions between ______ and Muslims.
India's independence in August 1947 led to religious tensions between ______ and Muslims.
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Widespread violence broke out across North India, resulting in millions of displaced civilians and a death toll estimated between 200,000 and two million ______.
Widespread violence broke out across North India, resulting in millions of displaced civilians and a death toll estimated between 200,000 and two million ______.
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In the former Yugoslavia, ethnic and religious rivalries contributed to violent conflict beginning in 1991 between Serbs (Orthodox Christians) and Bosnians (Muslims and ______).
In the former Yugoslavia, ethnic and religious rivalries contributed to violent conflict beginning in 1991 between Serbs (Orthodox Christians) and Bosnians (Muslims and ______).
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Northern Ireland Religious tensions between Catholic and Protestant communities led to "The Troubles," a conflict that lasted from the late 1960s to the late 1990s. This conflict was primarily driven by Catholic demands for civil rights and Protestant fears of a loss of ______.
Northern Ireland Religious tensions between Catholic and Protestant communities led to "The Troubles," a conflict that lasted from the late 1960s to the late 1990s. This conflict was primarily driven by Catholic demands for civil rights and Protestant fears of a loss of ______.
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In Rwanda, the Tutsi minority, many of whom were Christians, dominated the government until the Hutu majority, who were mostly Catholic, came to power in 1959. The Tutsis were then targeted and killed in the 1994 Rwandan ______.
In Rwanda, the Tutsi minority, many of whom were Christians, dominated the government until the Hutu majority, who were mostly Catholic, came to power in 1959. The Tutsis were then targeted and killed in the 1994 Rwandan ______.
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Sri Lanka's civil war was fought between the majority Sinhalese Buddhists and the minority Tamils, most of whom were ______.
Sri Lanka's civil war was fought between the majority Sinhalese Buddhists and the minority Tamils, most of whom were ______.
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The conflict in Sri Lanka lasted from 1983 to 2009 and was not only driven by religious differences but also by other factors such as nationalism, political ideologies, and demographic ______.
The conflict in Sri Lanka lasted from 1983 to 2009 and was not only driven by religious differences but also by other factors such as nationalism, political ideologies, and demographic ______.
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Despite the efforts of various international organizations to promote peace and reconciliation, religious conflicts continue to plague many parts of the world, highlighting the need for a more comprehensive and sustained approach to prevent and resolve such ______.
Despite the efforts of various international organizations to promote peace and reconciliation, religious conflicts continue to plague many parts of the world, highlighting the need for a more comprehensive and sustained approach to prevent and resolve such ______.
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The conflicts in Northern Ireland, Rwanda, and Sri Lanka underscore the complex nature of religious conflicts, often intertwined with nationalism, political ideologies, and demographic ______.
The conflicts in Northern Ireland, Rwanda, and Sri Lanka underscore the complex nature of religious conflicts, often intertwined with nationalism, political ideologies, and demographic ______.
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Religious Conflicts During the 20th Century
Religious conflicts have been part of human history since ancient times. However, they became more prominent during the 20th century due to various factors such as globalization, nationalism, political ideologies, and demographic changes. This section will discuss some of the major religious conflicts that took place throughout the 20th century.
Middle East
The Middle East region was particularly volatile during the 20th century with several conflicts occurring between different religions and sects. One notable conflict was the Iraqi Civil War from 1978 to 1982 when the Sunni minority attempted to overthrow the Shia government. Another significant conflict was the Iranian Revolution which began in 1978, leading to the establishment of an Islamic Republic under Ayatollah Khomeini.
India and Pakistan
India's independence in August 1947 led to religious tensions between Hindus and Muslims. As the British withdrew their military presence, widespread violence broke out across North India, resulting in millions of displaced civilians and the death toll estimated between 200,000 and two million people.
Balkans
In the former Yugoslavia, ethnic and religious rivalries contributed to violent conflict beginning in 1991. The conflict between Serbs (Orthodox Christians) and Bosnians (Muslims and Catholics) led to the Bosnian War from 1992 to 1995.
Northern Ireland
Religious tensions between Catholic and Protestant communities in Northern Ireland led to "The Troubles," a conflict that lasted from the late 1960s to the late 1990s. This conflict was primarily driven by Catholic demands for civil rights and Protestant fears of a loss of power.
Rwanda
In Rwanda, the Tutsi minority, many of whom were Christians, dominated the government until the Hutu majority, who were mostly Catholic, came to power in 1959. The Tutsi's were then targeted and killed in the 1994 Rwandan Genocide.
Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka's civil war was fought between the majority Sinhalese Buddhists and the minority Tamils, most of whom were Hindu. The conflict lasted from 1983 to 2009.
These conflicts were not only driven by religious differences but also by other factors such as nationalism, political ideologies, and demographic changes. Despite the efforts of various international organizations to promote peace and reconciliation, religious conflicts continue to plague many parts of the world, highlighting the need for a more comprehensive and sustained approach to prevent and resolve such conflicts.
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Explore the major religious conflicts that occurred during the 20th century, involving regions like the Middle East, India, Pakistan, Balkans, Northern Ireland, Rwanda, and Sri Lanka. Learn about the impact of factors such as globalization, nationalism, political ideologies, and demographic shifts on these conflicts.
