12 Questions
According to Locke, when can force be lawful?
When someone is not under the ties of common law of reason
What does the term 'terror' describe in Hobbes' perspective?
The force of the state
Which country has sponsored terrorist groups, according to Laqueur?
Iran
What is the difference between force and violence, according to Johnston?
Violence is force that violates some moral or legal norm
Who praised political violence, according to the liberal tradition?
Sheikh Azzam
What is the notion of political violence restricted to, according to Johnston?
Those who oppose the state
What is a necessary condition for laws to be considered non-violent, according to Miller?
They are applied impartially
What is the main difference between repressive violence and alienating violence, according to Salmi?
Repressive violence targets political rights, while alienating violence targets emotional development
What is the definition of violence used in this text?
The intentional infliction of physical harm
Which organization was involved in political violence in South Africa, but was not considered a terrorist organization?
The African National Congress (ANC)
What is the main condition for a war to be considered a just war?
The resort to political violence must be recognized by political authorities
What is the outcome of political violence in Zimbabwe, according to the text?
The deaths of 4 people, 68 cases of torture, and 22 kidnappings
Test your knowledge of political violence, a complex and multifaceted concept that involves the use of force against individuals or state representatives. Explore the liberal tradition's views on violence, freedom, and the role of consent in establishing a commonwealth. Learn about the philosophical underpinnings of political violence and its implications.
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