An Analysis of the Patterns of Social Media Based Religious Extremism in Bangladesh

Abstract

Bangladesh has experienced religious violence in the past few years, with a change in its patterns. In recent times, violence has used the media as a powerful tool. In this context, this article explores the research gap about the nature and systematic media patterns used to propagate religious violence. This article also inspects the media and its association with religious extremism in Bangladesh. This paper has attempted to focus on the rise and propagation of religious extremism using media, especially social media (Facebook and YouTube). In this article, it has been explored that there is a common pattern of proliferating religious violence and communal riots in recent years. This paper has also figured out that violence has several motives. It has been argued that religion has been used as a tool to exercise political and monetary gain. Furthermore, this paper has suggested some effective measures to combat this uncontrolled recent media terror and ensure the national integrity of Bangladesh.

Social Science Review, Vol. 41(2), December 2024, pp. 231-246