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Adwin Ho (21) 30/10. Terrorism & Extremism. Definition Terrorism: It is the use of terror especially in the means of coercion. Extremism: A term used to describe actions or ideologies of individuals or groups outside the perceived political centre of a society.
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Adwin Ho (21) 30/10 Terrorism & Extremism
Definition Terrorism: It is the use of terror especially in the means of coercion. Extremism: A term used to describe actions or ideologies of individuals or groups outside the perceived political centre of a society. What is Terrorism & Extremism?
105BC- Defined as state of emergency in Rome Became more prominent during the French Revolution(1789-1799) Jacobins employed the use of violence to intimidate enemies and ensure obedience to the state History of Terrorism & Extremism
Due to clashing ideologies and beliefs, opposition groups begin to appear E.g.. Ku Klux Klan(KKK) & AumShinrikyo Use of violence and acts of intimidation to oppress in particular African Americans Sarin attack on Tokyo subway system, leaving 12 dead and 5000 injured History of Terrorism & Extremism
Social unrest Loss of lives Loss of properties Political instability Impact at Time of Occurrence
Tamil Tigers Al-Qaeda Security issues Increased cooperation between countries to tackle terrorism Impact on The World Today