The Phenomenon of Sectarian Violence in Kurram Agency-Pakistan: A Consequence of Misinterpretation of Religious Education and Foreign Involvement
Institutional Affiliation
Department of Sociology, University of Swabi, KP Pakistan
Start Date
17-1-2025 9:30 AM
End Date
17-1-2025 11:00 AM
Proposal Type
Presentation
Proposal Format
On-campus
Proposal Description
Certainly, sectarianism predates the history of mankind. It takes on various forms in every community. Sectarianism can be a complicated problem in any country. In different communities and cultures, it takes on different forms and intensities. Pakistan has been the most severely affected by sectarianism, which has hindered the nation's progress and unity. The purpose of this study is to look at how sectarian violence in Kurram Agency is triggered by an incorrect interpretation of religious instruction and Foreign Involvement. Research methods. Using a questionnaire that was structured, primary data about religious education and Foreign Involvement as well as its connection to sectarian violence was gathered. Through the use of the proportionate allotment approach, a sample size of 650 participants was selected at random from Kurram Agency. Exploratory factor analysis (EFA), confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), and structure equation modeling (SEM) were used to establish the degree of significance in the association between the study variables. Exploitation of sectarian fault lines, foreign actors, particularly those from neighbouring countries and other international entities, have attempted to exercise influence within Pakistan. Likewise, misinterpretation of religious literature by both sects also triggered sectarians’ violence. Planning policies for the institutionalism of religion can benefit from this empirical research. Nevertheless, it is imperative that all religious madrassas have a policy for formal registration. The current study emphasizes the need for a proper curriculum and the prohibition of extremist literature in madrassas. It could be advantageous in this sense for religious education to be uniform, incorporating modern education into their curricula. Additionally, attention must be directed towards the development of Pakistan's impoverished regions along with intensive efforts to promote religious tolerance and dialogue.
The Phenomenon of Sectarian Violence in Kurram Agency-Pakistan: A Consequence of Misinterpretation of Religious Education and Foreign Involvement
Certainly, sectarianism predates the history of mankind. It takes on various forms in every community. Sectarianism can be a complicated problem in any country. In different communities and cultures, it takes on different forms and intensities. Pakistan has been the most severely affected by sectarianism, which has hindered the nation's progress and unity. The purpose of this study is to look at how sectarian violence in Kurram Agency is triggered by an incorrect interpretation of religious instruction and Foreign Involvement. Research methods. Using a questionnaire that was structured, primary data about religious education and Foreign Involvement as well as its connection to sectarian violence was gathered. Through the use of the proportionate allotment approach, a sample size of 650 participants was selected at random from Kurram Agency. Exploratory factor analysis (EFA), confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), and structure equation modeling (SEM) were used to establish the degree of significance in the association between the study variables. Exploitation of sectarian fault lines, foreign actors, particularly those from neighbouring countries and other international entities, have attempted to exercise influence within Pakistan. Likewise, misinterpretation of religious literature by both sects also triggered sectarians’ violence. Planning policies for the institutionalism of religion can benefit from this empirical research. Nevertheless, it is imperative that all religious madrassas have a policy for formal registration. The current study emphasizes the need for a proper curriculum and the prohibition of extremist literature in madrassas. It could be advantageous in this sense for religious education to be uniform, incorporating modern education into their curricula. Additionally, attention must be directed towards the development of Pakistan's impoverished regions along with intensive efforts to promote religious tolerance and dialogue.