The tendency of Islamophobia and Comportment of the World: Analytical Study

Authors

  • Hamid Rasool Doctoral Candidate, Department of Islamic Studies, University of Okara
  • Dr. Anwarullah Lecturer, Department of Islamic Studies, University of Okara https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2487-4020

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.53762/alqamar.04.02.e07

Keywords:

Islamophobia, Anti-Muslim, Discrimination, Islam, West

Abstract

Islamophobia denotes discriminatory tendency and racism against Islam perceivers. A pol-religion originated concept is not just a phenomenon but is growingly deployed for a new zone of the research study in social sciences. It also raised controversy on its reference to religion.  Western philosophy of equal rights and a safe area for minorities is under question. The article describes the frequent incidents of Islamophobia. It highlights the causes and impacts of Islamophobia on global society.  This research paper will also explore the role of Pakistan in this crucial tendency. This paper will assist in further research and study this field deeply. It will present the points countering such discriminatory behavior.

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Published

2021-06-30

How to Cite

Hamid Rasool, and Dr. Anwarullah. 2021. “The Tendency of Islamophobia and Comportment of the World: Analytical Study”. Al-Qamar 4 (2):91-100. https://doi.org/10.53762/alqamar.04.02.e07.

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