Exploring The Origin and Drivers of Terrorism in Pakistan and Counterterrorism Strategies

Abstract

There has been a discernible pattern to terrorist violence, with the 1990s being the most stable and the 2000s being the deadliest in terms of terrorist activities. The patterns of sectarian violence have been distinct from those of ethnic and non-sectarian religious terrorism.
Pakistan has suffered greatly from terrorism, especially since 9/11, with significant losses to its infrastructure, economic, and human lives. The present status of the topic will be investigated using this analysis. Poverty, illiteracy, grievances, inequality, the judicial system, human rights abuses, official repression, etc. are the major factors of terrorism. The war in Afghanistan prepared the way for the emergence of sectarian violence. There is a lack of checks and balances in the madrasa education system. Terrorism has proven to be too much for civil institutions to handle, especially when it comes to education that addresses such current issues that the world is facing. Social justice and socioeconomic problems have been connected to terrorism. Through military operations and bilateral and multinational diplomacy, there are a number of strategies to eradicate the underlying causes of terrorism. Important tactics included the National Action Plan, anti-terrorist finance initiatives, and the strengthening of NACTA. Education reforms, economic growth, tighter anti-terror finance regulations, improved inter-agency collaboration, and the implementation of a sustained counter - narrative campaign are all essential to address the deep seated origins of extremist ideologies. These actions are essential for reducing terrorism and promoting enduring peace.