Uzbekistan’s role in countering extremism and terrorism disguised as religion
Answers are for parents and teachers.
1
Define the three concepts (extremism, fanaticism, terrorism) and write the difference.
Extremism – promoting ideas through violence; fanaticism – absolutising a view; terrorism – violence to frighten civilians.
2
Why do extremists target young people? Give two reasons.
Young people often have less life experience, feel lonely or in difficulty and are susceptible to peer influence.
3
Write four steps if you encounter an alarming message or group on the internet.
Do not respond, do not share, tell a trusted adult or teacher and, if necessary, report to a competent authority.
4
Why are such acts assessed as crime rather than as religion?
Because they harm innocent people and contravene the law; they misuse the benevolent teachings of religion.
5
Who are trusted adults for you? Write three and explain why you trust them.
The answer is open: parents, a teacher, a community or school counsellor – the reasons: knowledge, responsibility and care.