Some Common Patterns of Islamic Revival in Post-Soviet Central Asia and Challenges to Develop Human Rights and Inclusive Society

This paper argues that the following common patterns help explain the ongoing Islamic revival in Central Asia: (a) “de-modern” and “ethnicized” Islam as an enduring legacy of the Soviet period; (b) penetration of Salafism; (c) securitization of “non-official” Islam by state and non-state actors and...

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Main Authors: Galym Zhussipbek, Dilshod Achilov, Zhanar Nagayeva
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-10-01
Series:Religions
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2077-1444/11/11/548