Madrasas, Extremism, and Islam

15/04/2025 38 min
Madrasas, Extremism, and Islam

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Episode Synopsis

What lies behind the stark educational divide in Afghanistan, where madrassas outnumber schools and rote learning prevails over true understanding? In this powerful episode of the Scholarly Podcast, we explore the influence of madrassas on extremism and gender dynamics in Taliban-controlled regions. Why are madrassa students often stigmatized, and how does their limited curriculum contribute […]