Religious Diversity in Southeast Asia

The video explores the religious diversity of Southeast Asia, highlighting the region's complex religious landscape and its potential for conflict. It covers specific countries like Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Brunei, the Philippines, East Timor, Burma, Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam, discussing the dominant religions and cultural influences in each. The video emphasizes the importance of understanding these dynamics in the context of global tensions and conflicts.

What is a significant factor contributing to the religious diversity in Southeast Asia?

• Climate variations

• Economic development

• Historical external influences

• Geographical isolation

Which country was ranked as the world's most religiously diverse by Pew Research in 2014?

• Indonesia

• Thailand

• Malaysia

• Singapore

What percentage of Singapore's population is Buddhist?

• 5%

• 34%

• 18%

• 14%

Which country is the largest Muslim country by number of adherents?

• Indonesia

• Iran

• Saudi Arabia

• Pakistan

What is the predominant religion on the island of Bali in Indonesia?

• Hinduism

• Buddhism

• Christianity

• Islam

What is the official religion of Malaysia?

• Hinduism

• Islam

• Christianity

• Buddhism

Who is the religious leader in Brunei?

• The President

• The Prime Minister

• The King

• The Sultan

Which religion is most prevalent in the Philippines?

• Buddhism

• Islam

• Roman Catholic Christianity

• Protestant Christianity

What is the main religion in East Timor?

• Hinduism

• Roman Catholic Christianity

• Buddhism

• Islam

Which country in Southeast Asia has a significant influence from Chinese folk religions?

• Philippines

• Thailand

• Burma

• Vietnam