International Journal Multidisciplines and The Development of Science

SOCIAL INEQUALITY IN THE DIGITAL ECONOMY ERA ISD REVIEW

2026-01-12T21:42:52+00:00

The development of the digital economy has changed the way people interact in the social, economic, and cultural fields. On the one hand, the digital economy opens up new opportunities in increasing efficiency, accessing information, and encouraging economic growth. However, on the other hand, the digitalization process also creates and widens social inequality, especially in terms of access to technology, digital capabilities, job opportunities, and social participation. This article aims to analyze the social inequality today that is influenced by the digital economy using the Basic Social Science (ISD) approach as the main framework to analyze the problem. This research uses a qualitative method with a literature study approach. Data is collected from various sources such as books, scientific journals, international organization reports, as well as policy documents related to digital economy issues and social inequality. The data was analyzed descriptively-analytically to show the relationship between the advancement of digital technology, social structure, and the role of the government in managing the social impact of the digitalization process. Research findings show that the digital economy has not been able to fully encourage the equal distribution of social welfare. Digital inequality still occurs in various aspects, such as differences between regions, gender, age, education, and access to public digital services. In addition, the strength of the market mechanism and the lack of state intervention have the potential to strengthen structural inequality and social exclusion. From the perspective of ISD, this condition shows the importance of a development approach that not only focuses on economic growth, but also targets social justice, inclusivity, and sustainability. This article concludes that integrating the perspective of Basic Social Science in digital economic policy is a major need. The government, together with the community and the private sector, must ensure that the digital economy develops as a fair, humane, and sustainable social transformation tool for all segments of society.

Local Religions in the Current of Globalization: A Historical Study of Changes in Religious Identity

2025-12-24T18:09:02+00:00

Contemporary globalization has significant implications for the sustainability of local religions, particularly in reshaping the religious identity of their communities. This article aims to analyze the influence of globalization on changes in religious practices of local religions and the process of religious identity reconstruction within modern social and political contexts. This study employs a qualitative approach using a literature review method, supported by perspectives from the sociology of religion and identity studies. The findings indicate that globalization encourages a shift in local religious practices from closed, communal traditions toward more reflective, open, and adaptive forms of religiosity. In addition, the role of the state and the historical marginalization of local religions significantly influence the transformation of religious identity through regulatory frameworks, religious classification, and mechanisms of formal recognition. In response to these dynamics, local religions are not passive actors; instead, they actively reconstruct their religious identities as a strategy for sustainability. This reconstruction is reflected in the adaptation of symbols, narratives, and modes of representation without fully abandoning core ancestral values. Therefore, changes in the religious identity of local religions should not be understood as a decline of tradition, but rather as an adaptive process that enables local religions to remain relevant and meaningful in the context of globalization.

SOCIAL JUSTICE AND GENDER EQUALITY FROM A MODERN BASIC SOCIAL SCIENCES PERSEFECTIVE

2025-12-30T19:07:59+00:00

This study examines social justice and gender equality in modern society from the perspective of Basic Social Sciences (BSS). Although modernity has brought technological advancements, globalization, and increased social rationality, social and gender inequalities persist and adapt to contemporary social dynamics. This research aims to identify the manifestations of social and gender injustice, analyze the structural factors influencing inequality, and evaluate strategies to achieve justice and equality. A qualitative approach is employed, using data sources from academic literature, policy documents, and observations of social practices in society. Data collection is conducted through purposive sampling of relevant literature and documents, supported by library research. The data are analyzed thematically to identify patterns of inequality, gender relations, and their social impacts. The findings indicate that gender injustice is evident in education, the workplace, and socio-political participation, where women often face limited access, fewer opportunities, and structural discrimination embedded in social and cultural norms. From the ISD perspective, these inequalities are not merely individual issues but structural problems shaped by power relations. Addressing them requires critical education, social awareness, and institutional reform. This study concludes that social justice and gender equality are essential for building a just, humane, and inclusive society. The implications emphasize the need for integrating gender equality education, enhancing social awareness, and implementing gender-responsive policies to ensure equal access and opportunities for all members of society, thereby supporting sustainable social development.

RENEWABLW ENERGY AS A SOLUTION TO THE GLOBAL ENERGY CRISIS: A BASIC NATURAL SCIENCE REVIEW

2025-12-31T08:33:03+00:00

The global energy crisis is a serious problem facing the world due to high dependence on fossil fuels, which are limited and non-renewable, and have negative impacts on the environment and climate change. Population growth, rapid industrial development, and increasing energy consumption patterns have led to increasing energy needs and exacerbated the energy crisis. This condition demands energy solutions that are not only able to meet human needs but are also sustainable and environmentally friendly. Renewable energy is present as an important alternative because it is sourced from natural processes that can be renewed, such as wind, water, solar, biomass, and geothermal energy. This study aims to analyze the role of renewable energy as a solution to the global energy crisis from the perspective of Basic Natural Sciences. This study uses a qualitative method of literature study with content analysis of various scientific sources. The results of the study indicate that renewable energy is in line with the principle of natural balance and is closely related to the concepts of physics, chemistry, and biology in explaining the process of energy transformation in nature. Although still facing technological and cost challenges, renewable energy has great prospects for realizing a sustainable energy system, especially _in Indonesia.

LOCAL WISDOM AS A SOLUTION TO THE GLOBAL CRISIS AN IBD PERSPECTIVE

2026-01-09T22:10:42+00:00

This study examines the role of local wisdom as a strategic cultural resource in responding to global crises including environmental degradation moral decline social fragmentation and weakening social identity in modern society. Rapid globalization and modernization have reshaped human behavior encouraging exploitative attitudes toward nature risin g individualism and the erosion of traditional cultural values. In this context local wisdom emerges as an alternative framework rooted in community traditions emphasizing harmony among human society and the natural environment. This research employs a qualitative approach using library research by reviewing books scientific journals and academic publications related to local wisdom global crises and the perspective of Basic Cultural Studies. Data were analyzed through content analysis to identify key concepts patterns and relationships between cultural values and contemporary challenges. The findings indicate that elements of local wisdom such as mutual cooperation deliberation consensus customary norms and traditional ecological practices function as cultural values that strengthen social cohesion moral integrity and environmental sustainability. Practices including sasi in Maluku and subak in Bali demonstrate that customary regulations effectively manage natural resources in sustainable ways. Fur thermore local wisdom strengthens cultural resilience by enabling communities to filter adapt and selectively integrate external cultural influences without losing identity. From the perspective of Basic Cultural Studies integrating local wisdom into education supports cultural awareness ethical sensitivity character formation and social responsibility among students. The refore empowering local wisdom through education cultural policy and community participation is essential for developing sustainable human centered solutions to global crises faced by contemporary society.

BASIC NATURAL SCIENCES AND THE DEVELOPMENT OF DIGITAL MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY

2026-01-13T01:30:48+00:00

The development of digital medical technology is an aspect of research and technological progress that has brought about significant changes to the modern healthcare system. This transformation is inseparable from the contribution of basic sciences, including biology, chemistry, and physics, as the primary foundation for the development of medical science and technology. This study aims to analyze the contribution of basic sciences to digital medical technology innovation and to understand its use, advantages, and challenges in its implementation in the healthcare sector. The approach used in this study is qualitative, using a literature review method. The data sources used are secondary data in the form of scientific books, national and international journals, and official documents from relevant health institutions. Data collection techniques were conducted through literature searches, document analysis, and systematic recording of materials related to this topic. The collected data were then analyzed using a descriptive-analytical approach by categorizing concepts, interpreting content, and linking Basic Natural Science theories with developments in digital medical technology. The results of this study indicate that Basic Natural Science plays a very important role as a conceptual and methodological foundation for digital medical technology innovations such as telemedicine, electronic medical records, mobile health, artificial intelligence, the Internet of Medical Things, and clinical decision support systems. The use of these technologies has been proven to increase efficiency in health services, diagnostic accuracy, treatment effectiveness, and expand access to medical services. The conclusion of this study emphasizes that increasing mastery of Basic Natural Science is a key factor in supporting sustainable innovation in digital medical technology. The implications of this study demonstrate the importance of integrating Basic Natural Science in health education and research to produce competent, adaptive, and responsible human resources in facing advances in medical technology in the digital era.

IMPACT OF URBANIZATION ON SOCIAL LIFE AND ENVIRONMENT

2026-01-12T23:42:07+00:00

Urbanization is a social phenomenon that continues to develop alongside modernization and regional development, particularly in developing countries such as Indonesia. The movement of populations from rural to urban areas generates various impacts on demographic structures, social relations, and urban environmental conditions. In practice, urbanization is often accompanied by social problems, including the weakening of social cohesion, changes in family structures, and increasing social inequality. Rapid urban growth also triggers environmental challenges such as pollution, land-use conversion, overcrowding, and declining quality of urban living spaces. This study employs a qualitative approach through a literature review of scientific journals, academic books, and relevant previous research. The analysis focuses on examining the relationship between urban growth, social transformation, and environmental sustainability. The findings indicate that urbanization should not be understood merely as population movement, but as a multidimensional phenomenon that requires integrated planning, social awareness, and environmental responsibility to improve urban quality of life.

SOCIAL MEDIA AND SHIFTING CULTURAL PATTERNS IN CONTEMPORARY SOCIETY A QUALITATIVE STUDY IN THE DIGITAL ERA

2026-01-10T12:35:24+00:00

This study examines the influence of social media on the transformation of cultural patterns in contemporary society from an Islamic perspective. The rapid growth of digital technology has reshaped the way people interact, communicate, and construct their identities. Social media functions not only as a means of connection but also as a medium for forming new cultural values and behavioral norms. Employing a qualitative descriptive approach through library research, this study analyzes literature related to social media, contemporary culture, and Islamic moral principles. The findings indicate that social media plays a dual role: it fosters creativity and social engagement while also presenting ethical and moral challenges. Integrating Islamic values such as honesty (shidq), responsibility (amanah), balance (wasathiyyah), and compassion (rahmah) is therefore essential to guide digital behavior. The study concludes that Islamic ethics serve as a m Islamic values

RELIGION, SPIRITUALITY, AND CULTURE IN THE MIDST OF MODERN SECULARIZATION

2026-01-10T10:39:59+00:00

This study discusses the dynamics of the relationship between religion, spirituality, and culture amid the increasing process of modern secularization in society. Modernity, globalization, and the development of digital technology have shifted the role of religion from the public sphere to the private realm, giving rise to new forms of religiosity that are more personal, flexible, and experience-based. This study uses a qualitative approach through literature analysis and observation to understand how society, particularly the younger generation, reinterprets religious and spiritual values in the context of rapid social change. The results of the study indicate that secularization does not entirely weaken religion but encourages the transformation of religious values and practices. Generation Z and Alpha, who grow up in a digital environment, develop a spirituality that is practical and focused on seeking meaning through social media, mindfulness content, and virtual communities. Local culture also plays an important role as a bridge that maintains spiritual identity through the revitalization of traditions, customary rituals, and cultural symbols integrated into modern life. Digital media have become a key factor shaping contemporary religiosity through the dissemination of digital preaching, reflective content, and online discussion spaces, while simultaneously presenting challenges such as fragmented understanding and the commercialization of spirituality. These findings affirm that religion, spirituality, and culture continue to adapt to the times, showing that secularization is not a process of losing religion, but a transformation in the way religion is experienced and practiced. The re-actualization of religious values through modern education, interfaith dialogue, and digital communities allows religion to remain relevant to modern society. This research provides an understanding that religious and spiritual identity in the secular era is dynamic, formed through a negotiation between tradition, psychological needs, and the demands of contemporary life.

THE ROLE OF BASIC CUTURAL STUDIES IN EDUCATION: BUILDING HUMANISTIC CHARACTER IN THE DIGITAL ERA (A QUALITATAIVE STUDY)

2026-01-10T06:36:18+00:00

This research focuses on examining the importance of Basic Cultural Studies as a foundationa lsubject in nurturing humanistic character within the context of technological advancement. Thecontinuous expansion of digital technology and internet usage has significantly reshaped how students acquire knowledge, communicate with others, and interpret cultural norms. Although digital platforms facilitate broader access to information and encourage creative engagement, they also introduce moral and ethical issues, including declining empathy, fragmented self-identity in online spaces, and weakening character values. This study adopts a qualitative descriptive methodology through an extensive review of scholarly literature related to Basic Cultural Studies, moral education, and digital cultural practices. The analysis demonstrates that Basic Cultural Studies serves a critical role in reinforcing human-centered values such as compassion, mutual respect, social responsibility, and ethical sensitivity. The integration of Basic Cultural Studies into educational curricula provides ethical guidance that helps learners interact thoughtfully and responsibly within digital environments. Therefore, this study concludes that Basic Cultural Studies is essential not only for intellectual enrichment but also for strengthening moral awareness and cultural consciousness, enabling individuals to become ethically grounded members of the digital society