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Question Atell Us About Yourself So You Can Meet And Greet Other Fello

Question Atell Us About Yourself So You Can Meet And Greet Other Fello

Question A Tell us about yourself so you can meet and greet other fellow Grantham University students within your course. Include what you believe to be your current knowledge level of this course topic and what you hope to learn before the course is over. Question B Is terrorism a legitimate tactic in a war for national independence? Does the quest for national freedom justify the use of terrorist tactics? Make sure you provide examples to support your position. Must be in 75-150 words

Paper For Above instruction

As a graduate student in political science, I have a foundational understanding of the dynamics of warfare, national independence movements, and the ethical debates surrounding terrorism. My current knowledge includes an awareness of historical instances where insurgent groups have employed violence to achieve political goals, such as the Irish Republican Army (IRA) and the African National Congress (ANC). I hope to deepen my understanding of the moral and strategic debates about the legitimacy of terrorism in quests for independence, as well as the effectiveness of such tactics in achieving political objectives.

Regarding whether terrorism is a legitimate tactic in a war for national independence, it is a complex ethical question. Terrorism involves the use of violence against civilians to coerce societies or governments, often resulting in significant moral and legal controversies. Historically, some argue that terrorism can be seen as a legitimate form of resistance when oppressed groups lack other means of fighting for independence. For example, the Irish War of Independence saw armed resistance that was viewed by some as justified self-defense against British colonial rule. Conversely, many contend that terrorism is never justified because it targets innocent civilians, undermining moral standards and the rule of law. The Palestinian struggle against Israel and the Tamil Tigers in Sri Lanka illustrate ongoing debates about the legitimacy and effectiveness of terrorist tactics. Ultimately, whether terrorism is justified depends on perspectives about morality, the context of oppression, and the strategies deemed acceptable to achieve independence.

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