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Countries influenced by fundamentalism may adopt policies that put them at odds with international norms on human rights, democracy, and cooperation. This can lead to global isolation, economic sanctions, and reduced foreign investment, further exacerbating poverty and underdevelopment.

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Undermining Rational Policy-Making: Fundamentalist perspectives can influence policies based on religious doctrine rather than rational, evidence-based approaches. This can negatively impact areas like education, healthcare, and economic development, where religious priorities override scientific reasoning or the common good.

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Polarization and Division: Fundamentalism often divides society into 'us vs. them,' where only those who follow the rigid religious or ideological interpretation are considered legitimate. This polarizes communities, creating social tensions, and sometimes even violent conflicts, as seen in countries where political and religious divides exacerbate instability.

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Toxicity: In a political landscape influenced by fundamentalism, dissent and open debate can be stifled. Those who challenge or question the prevailing religious or ideological dogmas may be silenced or punished, creating an environment where critical thinking and intellectual diversity are not welcome.

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Threat to Human Rights of the 21st Century Standard: Fundamentalist politics often imposes strict adherence to specific religious doctrines, which can restrict personal freedoms, particularly in areas like freedom of speech, gender equality, and minority rights. For example, women's rights, LGBTQ+ rights, and freedom of religious belief or non-belief can be suppressed under fundamentalist regimes.

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SARAWAK IS GEARING FORWARD (LEAVING PENINSULAR BEHIND) WITH GOVERNANCE PAR EXCELLENCE: Fundamentalism in politics creates environments where religious dogma dominates public life, curtails freedoms, fosters division, and often leads to undemocratic governance. The blending of fundamentalist ideology with political power challenges modern principles of equality, justice, and rational governance.