Torkel Brekke

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What is the latest research on the relationship between religion and prejudice and particularly the concepts of intrinsic and extrinsic religion?

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Is Islam a barrier against sex-selective abortions?

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The Vishva Hindu Parishad and other branches of the Sangh Parivar has branches in Europe. Any research about their reach and followers in Europe?

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Can somebody please help me with references to research about Islamic finance in Europe?

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