A Global Scientometric Analysis of Research Trends on Religious Issues in Election Campaigns
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Elections, Islamism, Political Parties, Public Opinion, Social MediaAbstract
This study examines global trends and key topics related to the use of religious issues in election campaigns using a scientometric approach. Literature was collected from the Scopus database and analyzed using VOSviewer, RStudio, and CiteSpace to map the study domain, identify topic frequency, and reveal thematic patterns and research networks. The results of the analysis show that religious issues in election campaigns are most often associated with topics such as elections, Islamism, and party politics, especially in Muslim-majority countries. Political parties play a strategic role in mobilizing religious voters, while social media plays an important role in shaping public opinion and disseminating religious messages widely. This study provides insights for policymakers and practitioners to understand the impact of the politicization of religion on electoral dynamics and social cohesion. However, this study has limitations in terms of data coverage, diverse political contexts, and specific time frames. These findings are expected to form the basis for further in-depth and contextual research on the relationship between religion and politics in the democratic process.
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