In this book, economist Jean-Philippe Platteau addresses the question: does Islam, the religion of Muslims, bear some … and individual freedom. He also questions the view that fusion between religion and politics is characteristic of Islam … development because of a merging of religion and the state, or a fusion between the spiritual and political domains. But he also …

disciplines. Parts two to six look at different regional and national development contexts and the place of religion within these … areas within development policy and practice where religion is now being considered, including:Faith-Based Organisations and … Development Public Health, Religion and DevelopmentHuman rights, Religion and DevelopmentSustainable Development, Climate Change …