Diversity and Tolerance Across Historical Contexts

The chapter delves into various historical contexts, examining the evolution of tolerance and diversity in different regions. It contrasts Western and Islamic perspectives on tolerance, highlighting the absence of a central clerical hierarchy in Sunni Islam and the historical coexistence of different faiths in places like Spain and Eastern Europe. The narrative touches on the Mughal Empire's approach to diversity in South Asia, shedding light on interactions between cultures and the implications of diverse experiences on contemporary perspectives.