Devout Buddhists see being Buddhist as a crucial aspect of national identity

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September 6, 2023

6. Religious diversity and national identity

Devout Buddhists see being Buddhist as a crucial aspect of national identity

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6. Religious diversity and national identity
Majorities in Malaysia, Sri Lanka and Singapore say diversity makes their country better
Buddhists generally do not approve of Buddhist tattoos for foreign non-Buddhists
Muslims and Buddhists see extremism in their own faiths as a threat
Most say political or religious violence can never be justified
Most surveyed say their national culture is superior
Among Thais, older adults and those with less education more likely to see religion, birth and ethnicity as central to national identity
What attributes are important to truly sharing national identity?
Indigenous religions seen as compatible with each country’s culture and values
In religiously diverse region, people generally accept neighbors of other religions
Hindus, Christians generally see other religions as peaceful

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