Zsolt Enyedi analyzes the ideology of Hungary under Viktor Orbán's regime, identifying three key ideological modules: illiberal conservatism, civilisationalist ethnocentrism, and paternalist populism. The regime is characterized by a strong ideological focus, with policies and rhetoric promoting a specific worldview. Illiberal conservatism emphasizes traditional family structures, religious values, and the rejection of liberal democracy. Civilisationalist ethnocentrism promotes a homogeneous, ethno-cultural identity, prioritizing white Christian culture and opposing multiculturalism and cosmopolitanism. Paternalist populism involves the state as a guardian and educator of citizens, with policies that favor hardworking, deserving groups and marginalize others. The regime's ideological strategies are evident in its policies, media, education, and international relations, which aim to shape societal values and maintain a specific worldview. Despite challenges and criticisms, the regime's ideological consistency and commitment to its goals are central to its functioning. The article argues that ideology plays a crucial role in the regime's operations, influencing policies, resource allocation, and societal norms. The regime's ideological framework is contrasted with other interpretations that emphasize opportunism or cynicism, highlighting the importance of ideological coherence in understanding the regime's actions and impact.Zsolt Enyedi analyzes the ideology of Hungary under Viktor Orbán's regime, identifying three key ideological modules: illiberal conservatism, civilisationalist ethnocentrism, and paternalist populism. The regime is characterized by a strong ideological focus, with policies and rhetoric promoting a specific worldview. Illiberal conservatism emphasizes traditional family structures, religious values, and the rejection of liberal democracy. Civilisationalist ethnocentrism promotes a homogeneous, ethno-cultural identity, prioritizing white Christian culture and opposing multiculturalism and cosmopolitanism. Paternalist populism involves the state as a guardian and educator of citizens, with policies that favor hardworking, deserving groups and marginalize others. The regime's ideological strategies are evident in its policies, media, education, and international relations, which aim to shape societal values and maintain a specific worldview. Despite challenges and criticisms, the regime's ideological consistency and commitment to its goals are central to its functioning. The article argues that ideology plays a crucial role in the regime's operations, influencing policies, resource allocation, and societal norms. The regime's ideological framework is contrasted with other interpretations that emphasize opportunism or cynicism, highlighting the importance of ideological coherence in understanding the regime's actions and impact.