Source: – BBC.CO.UK
The majority of Britons questioned in a survey believe Islam is not compatible with British values.
The poll also found almost a third of those asked believe Islam is a violent religion and promotes acts of violence in the UK.
However, it also suggests that younger people have a better understanding of Islam, compared to older people.
Just over two thousand British adults were questioned online by ComRes for the charity Ahmadiyya Muslim Youth Association.
Asked about their understanding of the traditions and beliefs of Islam, 41% of 18 to 24-year olds said they had a good understanding compared to just 27% of those aged over 45.
When asked if they felt Islam promotes peace in the UK, 42% of adults aged between 18 to 24 agreed, compared to an average of 30% of adults over 25.
The 2,000 questioned were asked if they agreed with the statement ‘Islam is compatible with British values’, 43% of 18 to 24-year-olds agreed while it was less than 31% for all other age groups.
