Democracy During the New Order Era

What was the primary focus of education during the New Order?

• Emphasis on religious education and moral values.

• Focus on vocational training and skills development.

• Promotion of individualism and personal achievement.

• Nationalism and development-oriented education.

How did the military influence political decisions in the New Order?

• The military influenced political decisions by controlling key government positions and prioritizing military interests in policy-making.

• The military had no influence on political decisions during the New Order.

• Political decisions were solely made by civilian leaders without military input.

• The military focused exclusively on international relations, ignoring domestic policies.

What were some key human rights issues during the New Order?

• Widespread political repression, extrajudicial killings, enforced disappearances, suppression of freedom of speech, and discrimination against minorities.

• Expansion of civil liberties

• Increased political participation

• Promotion of minority rights

Describe the role of the government in shaping educational policies in the New Order.

• The government focused solely on vocational training without ideological influence.

• The government centralized control over education, promoted national ideology, and implemented curriculum reforms to shape educational policies.

• The government eliminated all forms of curriculum reforms and standardized testing.

• The government decentralized education and allowed local control.

In what ways did the military's presence affect civil society during the New Order?

• The military promoted political freedoms and encouraged civil society participation.

• The military focused solely on economic development without affecting civil rights.

• The military's presence had no impact on civil society during the New Order.

• The military's presence suppressed dissent, limited political freedoms, and increased state control over civil society.

What measures were taken to suppress dissent regarding human rights in the New Order?

• Censorship, imprisonment of opponents, military force, intimidation, and surveillance.

• Public debates on dissenting opinions

• Increased funding for human rights organizations

• Promotion of free speech

How did the New Order regime justify its educational reforms?

• The New Order regime justified its educational reforms by promoting national unity and economic development.

• By focusing solely on military training and discipline.

• Through the promotion of foreign educational systems.

• By emphasizing traditional values and cultural heritage.

What impact did the military have on the economy during the New Order?

• The military's role was limited to providing security without economic involvement.

• The military had a substantial impact on the economy by controlling key sectors and influencing business practices, leading to both growth and corruption.

• The military focused solely on foreign affairs, ignoring economic matters.

• The military had no influence on the economy during the New Order.

Identify a significant event related to human rights violations during the New Order.

• The 2004 tsunami relief efforts in Aceh.

• The 1965-1966 anti-communist purge in Indonesia.

• The 1998 Reformation movement in Indonesia.

• The establishment of the ASEAN Human Rights Declaration.

How did the New Order's approach to democracy differ from previous regimes?

• The New Order encouraged political pluralism and open debate.

• The New Order prioritized stability and control over political pluralism, suppressing dissent and limiting freedoms.

• The New Order allowed for greater freedoms and civil liberties.

• The New Order implemented democratic reforms and fair elections.