Indonesia as a multicultural country with religious, ethnic, and cultural diversity faces serious challenges in maintaining social harmony amidst increasing intolerance, extremism, and politicization of religion. In response, the government developed a religious moderation policy to instill just, balanced, and tolerant religious values. However, this policy has not been fully grounded in society, given the gap in understanding between state idealism and the developing social reality. This study aims to analyze the concept, implementation, and structural and cultural challenges in the implementation of religious moderation policies in Indonesia. The method used is a qualitative approach with the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) technique on various relevant national and international scientific publications in the period 2018–2024. The results of the study show that the implementation of this policy is still dominated by a formalistic approach and has not involved active participation from grassroots communities. In addition, ideological resistance, weak public communication, and minimal impact-based evaluation are the main challenges. Therefore, a more participatory, contextual, and local culture-based moderation approach is needed so that this policy does not just become a state project, but a shared life value.

Islam came to Pakistan in the seventh century, pioneering Islamic education systems in the region. Over the centuries, political, social, and economic developments influenced its evolution. This article explores Islamic education in Pakistan, focusing on course content, pedagogy, and infrastructure changes. The analysis begins with the earliest Islamic schools, particularly the madrasa system, which trained leaders and intellectuals in Islamic ethics, law, and theology. These institutions preserved and transmitted Islamic culture and knowledge across generations. Islamic education changed significantly during British colonial rule and industrialisation in the 19th and 20th centuries. Western principles were integrated into the madrasa curriculum, adding Mathematics, Science, and English, creating a shift from traditional methods. After independence, Pakistan expanded its Islamic education with universities and colleges. These institutions combined Islamic teachings with modern disciplines to provide a comprehensive curriculum. Today, Islamic education in Pakistan is vibrant and diverse, with institutions focusing on Islamic studies, Quranic studies, and Islamic law. While the government has implemented regulatory bodies to ensure quality, challenges like training instructors and incorporating technology persist. Collaborative efforts by religious scholars, educators, and policymakers are essential to modernising Islamic education and ensuring its relevance.