Religion & Attitudes to Terrorism (OCR GCSE Religious Studies): Flashcards

Use of violence, often vs innocents, to advance a cause

Misuse of religion; most religious people oppose strongly

Suicide bombers, car bombs, gunmen, vehicles vs pedestrians

Change policies, overthrow govts, gain independence

Create fear & panic to pressure governments

Draw attention via dramatic acts for media coverage

Infrastructure destruction, business loss, increased security costs

Fear, anxiety, long-term trauma, breakdown in trust

Internet/social media for recruitment, propaganda, planning

September 11, 2001

19 terrorists from Al-Qaeda

Approximately 3,000 people killed

Military actions in Afghanistan (2001)

No religion promotes terrorism

Condemn it; goes against protecting innocent lives