Discuss Why Religious Terrorism and Extremism Are So Difficult to Defeat

question 7

Essay

Discuss why religious terrorism and extremism are so difficult to defeat or otherwise counteract.

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Definitions:

Pierre Elliott Trudeau

A former Prime Minister of Canada known for his charismatic leadership, implementation of the Official Languages Act, and promotion of Canadian unity.

Charismatic Authority

Is based on a belief in the claims of extraordinary individuals that they are inspired by a god or some higher principle.

Western Political Sociologists

Scholars from Western countries who study the social aspects of politics, including the distribution of power and resources, political behavior, and institutional organization.

Democratic Nations

Countries that operate under a form of government in which the people have the authority to deliberate and decide legislation, or to choose governing officials to do so.