Test - Indonesia in The New Order

Politically, the New Order continued to be a stable regime, partly because of economic development across the archipelago but mainly because of its military underpinnings. How were the changes in military roles in the early days of the New Order?

Pancasila was another concept inherited from Sukarno’s armory of hypnotic slogans. The five pillars, or principles, Pancasila comprises belief in one God; just and civilized humanitarianism; a united Indonesia; democracy guided by wisdom, through consultation and representation; and social justice for all

the Indonesian people. Explain how the Soeharto regime enforced Pancasila through their education systems

Led by Berkeley-trained Professor Widjojo Nitisastro, this band of technocrats laid before their new master a plan to set the country back on its feet. The plan aimed to allow foreign investment, loosen the tight reins of the state’s hold over the economy, and encourage the West to extend much-needed credit to the country. How was the Berkeley Mafia accomplished their goals?

How was Suhatro keeping his seat in the presidency for 31 years? Was he elected in public elections? Are there any policies that permit Suharto to be president for 31 years?

The government during the New Order Era also initiated one of Asia’s most successful family-planning programs to slow down the growth of Indonesia’s large population. Why and how was the government implemented the programs in Indonesia?

How Soeharto execute the Pembangunan as his master plan to develop the economy in Indonesia? Why is it so important? (the five-yearly development program)