- idea of nation ➡️ subjective
- clash of ideologies
- global phenomenon
- no intl. acceptable definition
- lack of political will
- terrorist in one country; maybe freedom fighter in another
- some states using violence against the civilians of other states
- no intl. acceptable definition
- external in nature
- but can have internal links
- coordination b/w MoD & MHA
Definition
- planned, organised, systemic violence
- against state and civilians
- for political, ideological & religious objectives
Fascism vs Terrorism
- majority violence ➡️ fascism
- minority violence ➡️ terrorism
Anarchy
Differentiating b/w violence
officer needs to be neutral