Vol. 2 No. 2 (2025): International Conference on Advanced Multidisiplinary Studies (IConAIS 2024)
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Implications of Religious Moderation on Domestic Policy in Indonesia

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  • Idrus Ruslan,
  • Muhammad Candra Syahputra
Idrus Ruslan
Raden Intan State Islamic University of Lampung, Indonesia
Muhammad Candra Syahputra
Raden Intan State Islamic University of Lampung, Indonesia

Published 2025-07-30

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Abstract

This article discusses the implications of religious moderation on government policy in Indonesia. As a nation that has a high level of plurality, the need for ideas to maintain unity and integrity. This diversity is certainly a wealth for the Indonesian nation. However, if it is not taken care of, the existing diversity will easily cause friction to conflict between religions, ethnicities, cultures and other differences. Religious moderation helps maintain harmony and tolerance among each other, and is in line with the noble values of the nation. This article aims to see how the implications of religious moderation on domestic policy in Indonesia. This desk research relies on in-depth analysis of scientific texts and literature. The results show the implications of religious moderation on domestic government policies in Indonesia in the fields of religion, education, politics, and economy. Moving on from the results of this research, a program framework is needed from each relevant government stake holder in order to implement a religious moderation policy that is relevant to the dynamics of change and social harmony.

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