Question

Which statement is the best summary for the following passage?

More worrying for some is the rising number of Muslim scholars who support radical Islamic ideology. Many are concerned that these religious beliefs threaten democracy in Indonesia. . . . New religious groups, such as Hizbut-Tahrir Indonesia and the Islamic Defenders Front, see themselves as “ideologically pure” and are using their interpretation of Islam to justify the establishment of Sharia Law and the infringement of the rights of others. Muslim reformers, Muslim minority groups, and Christians have increasingly faced persecution. Christian churches have been set on fire and closed. Some areas have increased support for separatist movements, in the hopes that their provinces can become independent in order to establish Sharia Law. Many are concerned that the long tradition of cultural blending, respect for ethnic diversity, separation of church and state, and widespread compassion and tolerance for others is at risk.

A) Some Muslim extremists are working to oppose Indonesia’s diverse culture.
B) Scholars at Indonesian universities are speaking out against religious intolerance.
C) A movement toward “ideological purity” has led to the rejection of conservative views.
D) Religious groups in Indonesia are showing greater tolerance for one another.

Answer 1

Answer: The best summary for the following passage is "New religious groups in Indonesia are using their interpretation of Islam to establish Sharia law and threaten the cultural blending, respect for ethnic diversity, separation of church and state, and widespread compassion and tolerance for others in the country." Therefore, the correct option is A) Some Muslim extremists are working to oppose Indonesia’s diverse culture.