Understanding the effects of religious policies on cultural preservation in Vietnam

Abstract

The research studies how religious policy impacts the preservation of culture in Vietnam in terms of policy effectiveness, community engagement, government support, and institutional adaptability. Primary data were collected from 200 respondents from Ha Long, Hue, and Hoi An. The completed surveys were tested for their reliability and validity, obtaining Cronbach's alpha factor values above 0.7 and verified by factor-analysis tests for construct validity. From the correlation analysis, there were significant positive relationships between the independent variables and cultural preservation, while multivariate linear regression pointed to institutional adaptability (β = 0.269, p < 0.001) and cultural preservation efforts (β = 0.223, p = 0.002) as key determinants. The results of this study provide a basis for cooperation between good policies, community involvement, and institutional innovations to save Vietnam's cultural heritage from rapid societal changes. This study will surely provide useful findings for policymakers, cultural managers, and religious institutions in enhancing preservation strategies.