Terrorism and Human Rights: A Critical Study

Abstract

This research paper deals with the Menace of terrorism in the world and the use of media by terrorist groups, National Security Laws, which include different activities to combat the fear of terrorism. It also includes the different laws of a state to maintain peace and protect people not to be provoked by religion. Terrorism is one of the fears for people across the world are fighting to overcome. Several countries have become victims of terrorism. ISIS was the largest terrorist group all over the world causing damage to the countries. This research paper also deals with different laws and acts in respect of fighting against terrorism such as IPC (Indian Penal Code), POTA (the Prevention of Terrorism Act, 2002). Terrorists are none other than us, who have been misguided. Unemployment, poverty, and conflict are a few examples that give birth to terrorists. Unlike some other countries, India is a socialist country where no religion is superior, but still, people fight over the name of religion. This research paper also talks about the and about the Abrogation of Article 370 and its impact on terrorism. Nowadays, it has become a compelling duty for countries to protect the basic right of human beings and to provide security without jeopardizing them as terrorism constitutes a threat to the country.