The use of violence and intimidation to pursue political aims

• A. Insurgency
• B. Terrorism
• C. Anarchy
• D. Guerrilla Warfare

Answer: (B)

The use of violence and intimidation to pursue political aims centers on causing fear to pressure governments or societies into changing policies. This describes terrorism, where acts of violence or threats are aimed at influencing political decisions by a broad audience, often targeting civilians or symbolic targets to maximize impact and visibility. While insurgency involves organized rebellion and guerrilla tactics are irregular military methods used against a stronger foe, neither focuses primarily on spreading fear to coerce policy across society in the way terrorism does. Anarchy means a breakdown of government, not a deliberate strategy of political coercion. So the description fits terrorism best.