State imposed religiosity and conformity, or freedom from woeful ignorance of holy texts.

Timdog on popular stereotypes about Madura and the Madurese, and the rumoured sexual prowess of the women.

Some of the ways the PKS attempt to win the hearts and minds of ordinary people and voters.

Cases of religious leaders and teachers abusing their authority and proximity to children.

A 3gp sex movie in Madura has clerics calling for tighter laws against pornography.

The Ulema Council, Majelis Ulama Indonesia (MUI), says female circumcision is necessary for Muslims.

An official from a body that seeks to educate the public on elections says many local and regional elections are marred by candidates use of religious symbols and language.

The campaign to make the island of Madura a stand-alone province, separate from East Java, continues to gather steam. It finds most of its support from conservative Islamic groups and figures.