A movement whose objectives are seen as divinely sanctioned and non-negotiable belongs to which type?

• A. Ethnocentric Terrorism
• B. Religious Terrorism
• C. Nationalistic Terrorism
• D. International Terrorism

Answer: (B)

Religious terrorism is defined by the belief that the movement’s goals are divinely mandated and non-negotiable, making violence a perceived sacred duty. This framing distinguishes it from other forms: ethnocentric terrorism centers on ethnic or cultural superiority, nationalistic terrorism pursues political goals tied to a nation or self-determination, and international terrorism involves actions that cross borders or operate across nations. The key idea here is that divine sanction and the certainty of the mission drive the willingness to employ violence.