what is Wahhabism? Where does it have most influence?
Wahhabism is a fundamentalist Islamic movement and a strict form of Sunni Islam founded by Muhammad ibn Abd al-Wahhab in the 18th century in Saudi Arabia. It promotes a literal interpretation of the Quran and Hadith (sayings and actions of the Prophet Muhammad) and advocates for a return to the original teachings of Islam.
Wahhabism has the most influence in Saudi Arabia, where it is the official state religion and is enforced by the government. It also has significant influence in other countries in the Middle East, particularly Qatar and the United Arab Emirates, as well as in parts of South Asia, Southeast Asia, and Africa. Wahhabism has been associated with conservative and often repressive social practices, such as strict gender segregation, prohibitions on music and other forms of entertainment, and restrictions on freedom of expression.