RELIGIOUS INFLUENCE ON SOCIAL NETWORKS AND ITS IMPACT ON POLITICS

Abstract

This article explores the growing influence of religion on social networks and its impact on political communication, civic engagement, and public opinion. Drawing on global research from the Pew Research Center, UNESCO, and the World Bank, the study examines how religious institutions and online faith communities shape digital discourse, mobilize followers, and affect political decision-making. The findings reveal that social media has become a new platform for religious expression and political activism, influencing state–society relations and digital governance.