Questions: The unlawful use of force or violence against any persons or property to intimidate or coerce a government, the civilian population, or any segment thereof, in furtherance of political objectives is called?
Transcript text: The unlawful use of force or violence against any persons or property to intimidate or coerce a government, the civilian population, or any segment thereof, in furtherance of political objectives is called?
Solution
Answer
The answer is Terrorism.
Explanation
Option 1: USA Patriot Act
The USA Patriot Act is a legislative act passed in response to the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. It aims to strengthen national security by enhancing law enforcement's ability to prevent and respond to terrorism. It is not a term used to describe the unlawful use of force or violence.
Option 2: Terrorism
Terrorism is defined as the unlawful use of force or violence against persons or property to intimidate or coerce a government, the civilian population, or any segment thereof, in furtherance of political or social objectives. This definition aligns with the description provided in the question.
Option 3: Anti-terrorism
Anti-terrorism refers to measures and strategies implemented to prevent or combat terrorism. It is not the term used to describe the act of using unlawful force or violence.
Option 4: Suicide bombings
Suicide bombings are a tactic used in some terrorist attacks, where an individual carries out a bombing with the intention of causing death or destruction, often sacrificing their own life in the process. While it is a method used in terrorism, it does not encompass the broader definition of terrorism itself.