On Religious Extremism

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Sindh, once known for its tolerant and pluralistic culture, has seen a steady rise in religious extremism, especially since the Zia era and Afghan jihad. External shocks like 9/11 and the 2010 floods allowed religious groups to expand seminaries and influence, drawing many rural youth into radical networks. Violent attacks on shrines, imambargahs, minorities, and civilians highlight the depth of extremism, with cases of students from elite universities and even navy recruits joining militant causes. The rise of TLP and JUI-F signals a growing religio-political challenge in Sindh’s elections. Forced conversions of Hindu girls have further deepened minority fears. Weak regulation of madrassas and fragmented curricula add to the problem. Addressing this requires curriculum reforms, strong monitoring systems, and inclusive education to preserve Sindh’s pluralistic ethos.

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The News International

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3-6-2022

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Nadeem Hussain , Non-resident Visiting Research Fellow

Imtiaz Ali , Faculty at University of Karachi

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