What accurately describes fundamentalism

Fundamentalism is a form of religion that upholds belief in the strict, literal interpretation of scripture.

Explanation:

Fundamentalism is a branch within different religions that appeals at returning to what is perceived as the basic and original doctrine the religion or ideology, and constitutes a departure from perceived compromises caused by modern religious, ethical, scientific and political ideas. The term is often confused with fanaticism, extremism, traditionalism, sectarianism and conservatism. A supporter of fundamentalism is called fundamentalist.  

However, the concept of fundamentalism has increasingly come to mean literal and dogmatic, often in a derogatory sense. In addition, in the term Islamic fundamentalism, which is often used synonymously with Islamism, the term has a political significance, namely that religious dogmas are widely applied to a society.

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