Between Sharia and Secularism: The Dynamics of Ideological Conflict in the Formation of the Indonesian State INDONESIA

Abstract

This article attempts to analyze how two ideological blocs emerged at the beginning of independence, namely Islamic nationalism and secularism, which led to the ratification of the Jakarta Charter. The change in the first principle regarding Islamic law for its adherents to Belief in One God sparked debate at the BPUPKI session. There were changes in the Preamble to the 1945 Constitution in Article 6 paragraph (1), as well as negotiations on the revision of the first principle, coupled with the long-term impact on Islamic politics. This study applies a descriptive analysis method with data collection techniques through literature study. The purpose of this analysis is to provide an organized and accurate description of the facts and characteristics of the object or phenomenon being studied, as well as to analyze and detail the literature related to the topic being studied. The conflict between the two sides with different views began at the beginning of Indonesia's independence during the BPUPKI session. The two parties were Islamic Nationalists who wanted the formation of an Islamic state and Secular Nationalists who longed for a national state. From this intense debate, several changes occurred in the foundations of the Pancasila state, the 1945 Constitution, and the formation of the nine-member committee.