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What does it mean?
Religious fanaticism and intolerance have frequently manifested in Fiji.
In plain terms
Fiji often experiences bigotry from extreme religious groups.
What can you take from it?
Recognize and address religious intolerance in society.

Where it applies

  • interfaith dialogues
  • school curricula
  • media reporting

Putting it to work

  • promote interfaith education
  • enforce anti‑discrimination laws

Questions to consider

  • What drives religious intolerance in Fiji?
  • How can tolerance be cultivated?

Another view

Addressing intolerance may clash with freedom of belief.

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