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The Radio Mullah's broadcasts primarily leveraged which psychological tactic to exert control over the Swat population?
The Radio Mullah's broadcasts primarily leveraged which psychological tactic to exert control over the Swat population?
- Appealing to a sense of religious unity and shared identity against external threats.
- Offering financial incentives to those who adhered to his dictates.
- Publicly shaming individuals by name to instill widespread fear and compliance. (correct)
- Promising social and political stability in exchange for obedience.
Beyond directly opposing girls' education and polio vaccinations, Fazlullah's campaign in Swat was fundamentally aimed at:
Beyond directly opposing girls' education and polio vaccinations, Fazlullah's campaign in Swat was fundamentally aimed at:
- Establishing a comprehensive system of social services to replace state functions.
- Negotiating political power with the Pakistani government through strategic alliances.
- Gaining control over key economic resources within the Swat Valley to fund his movement.
- Implementing a rigid interpretation of religious doctrine across all facets of community life. (correct)
The May 2007 peace agreement between Fazlullah and the government was ultimately rendered ineffective primarily because:
The May 2007 peace agreement between Fazlullah and the government was ultimately rendered ineffective primarily because:
- Fazlullah never intended to honor the agreement, viewing it as a tactical pause for regrouping.
- The Pakistani government strategically used the agreement to weaken Fazlullah's movement from within.
- The Lal Masjid siege in Islamabad triggered a violent reaction from Fazlullah, leading to a breakdown of the accord. (correct)
- International pressure forced the Pakistani government to abandon the agreement and adopt a more confrontational stance.
Fazlullah's declaration of war against the government following the Lal Masjid siege most accurately represents:
Fazlullah's declaration of war against the government following the Lal Masjid siege most accurately represents:
The Pakistani government's decision to 'ignore' Fazlullah's activities in Swat reflects a critical misjudgment of:
The Pakistani government's decision to 'ignore' Fazlullah's activities in Swat reflects a critical misjudgment of:
The narrator's family's decision to 'ignore them as well' in the face of rising extremism indicates a coping mechanism characterized by:
The narrator's family's decision to 'ignore them as well' in the face of rising extremism indicates a coping mechanism characterized by:
The description of Fazlullah's followers as 'casting a dark cloud of fear' over Swat Valley is primarily intended to convey:
The description of Fazlullah's followers as 'casting a dark cloud of fear' over Swat Valley is primarily intended to convey:
Fazlullah's success in persuading people to donate jewelry and money for bombs and militant training reveals:
Fazlullah's success in persuading people to donate jewelry and money for bombs and militant training reveals:
The contrast between the menacing presence of Fazlullah's men in 'small towns' and their felt but unseen presence in 'Mingora proper' suggests:
The contrast between the menacing presence of Fazlullah's men in 'small towns' and their felt but unseen presence in 'Mingora proper' suggests:
Considering the broader context, the government's initial dismissal of Fazlullah's movement as an 'annoying fly' likely contributed to which long-term consequence?
Considering the broader context, the government's initial dismissal of Fazlullah's movement as an 'annoying fly' likely contributed to which long-term consequence?
Flashcards
Radio Mullah
Radio Mullah
A leader who spread anti-Western propaganda through illegal radio broadcasts.
Anti-polio campaign
Anti-polio campaign
An effort to discourage polio vaccinations, claiming they harm Muslim children.
Fazlullah's followers
Fazlullah's followers
Militants supporting Fazlullah, recognizable by their distinct appearance.
Peace agreement
Peace agreement
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Lal Masjid siege
Lal Masjid siege
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Declaration of war
Declaration of war
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Impact on Swat residents
Impact on Swat residents
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Western ideals opposition
Western ideals opposition
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Militant indoctrination
Militant indoctrination
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Government complacency
Government complacency
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Study Notes
The Taliban in Swat
- The Radio Mullah campaigned against Western and un-Islamic ideas.
- He used broadcasts to announce names and ensure people weren't targeted.
- He discouraged polio vaccinations, claiming it was a Western ploy.
- He also targeted girls' schools, barbershops, and music stores.
- He directed funds towards bombs and militant training.
- He gained followers who wore black turbans and white shalwar kameez.
The Taliban in Swat - Continued
- In May 2007, the Radio Mullah signed a peace agreement, promising to stop targeting polio vaccinations, girls' education, and government buildings.
- In July, the Pakistani Army besieged the Lal Masjid.
- The siege resulted in deaths.
- Fazlullah declared war on the government, breaking the agreement.
- The government ignored his actions, and citizens were angry with both sides.
- The author's family chose to ignore the conflicts.
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