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Islamism is far more diverse than a violent political ideology. Discuss. Especially after the event of 9/11, Islamism has been increasingly frowned upon in societies. Political Islam and its seemingly uncooperative nature have brought forth connotations of terrorism, suicide bombings and political instability. The world continues to be on their guard against terrorist threats, and hatreds continue to be harbored, especially in the West. However, little is known about their diversity, which is important in achieving non-biased views on Islamism as a holistic movement. In truth, Islamism is a complex phenomenon with multiple dimensions and various ramifications. According to Ayoob (2004), in practice, no two Islamisms are alike because they are determined by the contexts within which they operate. This essay will argue firstly, that Islamism, like Islam, is not monolithic. It has a diverse array of political objectives and tactics in a Muslim world spanning Africa and Asia. The essay...

