Routledge Education as a Political Tool in Asia - Routledge

This Routledge book presents a comparative examination of how education functions as a political instrument across Asian societies. The work explores the politicisation of education and its effects in an era of globalisation, tracing how educational systems define national identity and serve the political rationale of regimes throughout history and across regions. Contemporary Asia offers particularly compelling examples of this phenomenon, ranging from redefining national identity along religious lines to shaping cultural narratives. The book provides fresh analytical perspectives on the intersection of education policy, political ideology, and social identity in modern Asian contexts, making it essential reading for scholars, policymakers, and students studying comparative education, Asian politics, and the role of institutions in nation-building.