The Growth of Religious Fundamentalism and Globalisation

‘The growth of religious fundamentalism is a reaction to globalisation.’ Evaluate this view.

• Strongly agree

• Agree

• Neutral

• Disagree

• Strongly disagree

Globalization challenges traditional religious authority according to the passage.

• By promoting cultural exchange and diversity

• By reinforcing traditional beliefs

• By isolating communities

• By strengthening local customs

Discuss the role of new technologies in the growth of fundamentalism as mentioned in the passage.

• New technologies have no role in the growth of fundamentalism.

• New technologies help in spreading fundamentalist ideologies quickly and widely.

• New technologies hinder the growth of fundamentalism by promoting diverse viewpoints.

• New technologies are irrelevant to the growth of fundamentalism.

What is one of the main reasons for the growth of religious fundamentalism according to Bauman?

• The spread of rationalization

• The spread of globalisation

• The decline in religious authority

• The rise of scientific advancements

According to the viewpoint of sociologists like Bauman, what is religious fundamentalism a reaction to?

Which of the following is considered an alternative explanation for the growth of religious fundamentalism?

• Increased democracy

• The spread of technology and new communication methods

• Decline in religious institutions

• Growth of social equality

What role do new technologies play in the growth of fundamentalism?

• They encourage secularism

• They restrict the spread of ideas

• They make it easier to disseminate fundamentalist ideas

• They reduce the influence of religious groups

Which factor may make it easier for fundamentalist groups to attract new followers, according to some sociologists?

• Increasing rationalization

• A growing preference for secular values

• Questioning of the value of rationalization and science

• Widespread political participation

What might explain why some people turn to fundamentalism?

• A growing belief in the power of scientific inquiry

• A desire to uphold traditional liberal values

• Struggles with secular, liberal societies and perceived inequality

• The rejection of materialism and individualism

According to Bruce, what is fundamentalism a form of?

• Religious conversion

• Cultural defense

• Technological advancement

• Scientific progression