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Mr. Ravi Shankar
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LIVE CHAT:
DATE: 30 Jan '09 Friday           TIME: 1:30 to 2:30 pm

In our knowledge series we have a number of articles on Economic Affairs, Business Affairs and Current Issues by our Knowledge Expert, Mr. Ravi Shankar.

To give you the confidence that a Group Discussion requires, each article will be followed by a live chat with Mr. Ravi Shankar who has 19 years of experience in Marketing, Communication and Retail. His innovative strategies have launched brands successfully. An avid reader of non-fiction books, has made it possible for him to be conversant with a wide range of topics pertaining to today's business scenario. Listening to music and exploring wild life are his passions.
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 Introduction

 Terrorism has shown its ugly face for many centuries, creating disruptions to normal life, the economies,    nations and people. Many innocents have lost their life due to terrorism. Terrorisms are violent acts    committed with the intention to kill, injure, maim and psychologically disturb people. People committing    such acts are called terrorists. The objective of terrorists and terrorism is to create disruptions that will    bring a nation to its knees. There is hardly any part of the world which has not witnessed terrorist acts. The    first act of terror was witnessed during the French Revolution. The modern English term "terrorism" dates    back to 1795 when it was used to describe the actions of the Jacobin Club in their rule of post-    Revolutionary France, the so-called "Reign of Terror

 Definition

 There are many definitions for terrorism. One is a form of unconventional warfare to compel a    government/state to accept their demands. Two most widely followed definitions are

 According to a UNSC report in 2204 terrorism is defined as an act "intended to cause death or serious    bodily harm to civilians or non-combatants with the purpose of intimidating a population or compelling a    government or an international organization to do or abstain from doing any act."

 The U S Department of Defence defines terrorism as “calculated use of unlawful violence or threat of    unlawful violence to inculcate fear; intended to coerce or to intimidate governments or societies in the    pursuit of goals that are generally political, religious, or ideological.”

 Key Factors of Terrorism

   Some of the key factors of terrorism or in committing terrorist acts must have one or a combination of the    following

 Violence

 According to Walter Laqueur of the Center for Strategic and International Studies, "the only general    characteristic of terrorism generally agreed upon is that terrorism involves violence and the threat of    violence." The acts committed are with the intention to spread fear and create a psychological impact via    killings and bloodshed

 Psychological impact and fear

 The attack is executed with an intention to maximize the severity and length of the psychological impact.    Each act of terrorism is a “performance,” devised to have an impact on many large audiences. As    witnessed in the recent Mumbai terror attack, they    also attack national symbols to show their power and    to shake the foundation of the country or society they are opposed to. This may negatively affect a    government's legitimacy, while increasing the legitimacy of the given terrorist organization and/or    ideology behind a terrorist act

 Perpetrated for a Political Goal

 Something all terrorist attacks have in common is their perpetration for a political purpose. Terrorism is a    political tactic,. The change is desired so badly that failure is seen as a worse outcome than the deaths of    civilians. This is often where the interrelationship between terrorism and religion occurs. When a political    struggle is integrated into the framework of a religious    or "cosmic struggle,” it evokes a high emotional    response.

 Deliberate targeting of non-combatants

 It is commonly held the distinctive nature of terrorism lies in its intentional and specific selection of civilians    as direct targets. Much of the time, the victims of terrorism are targeted not because they are threats, but    because they are specific "symbols    that tie into a specific view of the world that the terrorist possess.    Their suffering accomplishes the terrorists' goals of instilling fear, getting a message out to an audience, or    otherwise accomplishing their political end.

 Disguise

 Terrorists almost invariably pretend to be non-combatants, hide among non-combatants, fight from in the    midst of non-combatants, and when they can, strive to mislead and provoke the government soldiers into    attacking the wrong people, that the government may be blamed for it.

 Unlawfulness or legitimacy

 Some states or nations covertly support terrorist groups and acts without directly getting involved in it.    These groups enjoy the blessings of a legitimate government with funding, training and supply of arms and    ammunition. This is called state terrorism. However not all acts of terror is supported by a legitimate    government. A prime example is Pakistan which has become the hot bed of terrorism where the    government is turning a blind eye to acts of terror groups without directly supporting them

 Causes of Terrorism

 The rationale to terrorism or terrorist acts can be many. Some of he main causes are

 Ideological

 One of the key factors of terrorism is the ideological difference between the government and the terrorist    and terrorist groups. Due to the ideological difference and unable to meet their demands via talks and    negotiations, groups wage an unconventional war against the government using terrorism. India has    witnessed and continues to witness terrorist acts. The ULFA in Assam fighting for the recognition of    Assamese rights, NSCN in Nagaland for Naga rights and Naxals fight are examples of terrorism due to    deological differences

 Political

 Terrorism acts are executed due to political differences. This is due to the government and the terrorist    groups at political crossroads. This could be for a fight for territory or for governance. The terrorist acts of    the IRA till late 80 are for recognition of Ireland as an independent country from the UK is a prime    example. PLO’s longstanding fight against Israel for a free Palestine is well documented. Even India is    witnessing terrorist actions virtually everyday in Kashmir is an example of political forces being the prime    cause of terrorism

 Religious

 Religion can be a major motivating force to commit heinous acts of terrorism. A highly emotionally charged    terrorist or terror groups can wreak havoc on any country. Al Qaida is an example of religious terrorism. In    the name of Jihad, millions have lost their lives. The terror acts committed by various Islamist groups    across the world is mainly for religious purposes. In India the Samjautha Express explosions and the    unsavory incident at Malegaon are examples where terror acts were committed in the name of religion. The    Godhra incident though not an act of terrorism gave birth to terrorist acts by Islamic groups across India

 Territorial

 A prime example of terrorist act for territorial purposes is the engagement between the HAMAS and Israel.    While HAMAS is fihting a pitched battle for the Gaza strip, Israel is unwilling to move even an inch. Yasser    Arafat’s PLO waged terrorist acts against Isarel for many years from Lebanon for a free Palestine.

 Ethnic conflicts

 Africa has witnessed many terror acts repeatedly over years. The Rwanda holocaust where many innocents    from a community lost their lives is a prime example of ethnic cleansing leading to heinous terrorist acts    cannot be easily forgotten. The recent battle in Chechnya between various terrorist groups and Russia, the    gruesome acts against the Kurds with mustard gas bombings are good examples ethnic terrorism. The    systematic cleansing of Kashmiri Pandits by radical Islamic groups is a case in point of ethnic conflict

 Unemployment

 Unemployment can lead to major terror acts. We cannot forget the famous statement of French rulers who    said ‘”Don’t have bread to eat? Go and eat cake” led to the French Revolution. Infact terrorism as an act    commenced with the French revolution

 Lagging growth rates

 The backwardness of a country or region is a major reason for terrorism. Until recently virtually the North    East states of India had various terror groups fighting the Indian government primarily due to economic    disparity between North East and India

 Income gaps

 The fight between the rich and the poor due to huge difference in income gaps are common. Europe has    witnessed such acts of terror. The rich or the bourgeois class often lived a lavish lifestyle while the poor    continued to grow poorer. The Maoist movement in Bihar and Jharkhand where contractors have been    specifically targeted are example of terror acts due to income disparity

 Oppressions

 Oppressing a genuine demand can lead to terror acts. The Kashmir Mujahideens believe that their demand    for a separate Kashmir state was oppressed with bullets and horrifying acts by the Indian army gave birth    first to terrorist groups in India which later on acquired international ramifications by associating itself with    radical Islamic groups to acquire monstrous proportions

 Kinds of terrorism

 Terrorism can have different hues and colours for justifying terror acts. We have seen reasons and    examples for political, communist, nationalist, racist and religious terrorism. However terror acts have    acquired a new dimension, using technology as a weapon. Some other forms of terrorism are

 Narcotics

 Narco terrorism is terror acts committed for aiding the narcotic trade. Separatist groups in Thailand led by    noted international drug lord Pablo Escobar wage terror acts against the Colombian government. Such acts    can be classified as narco terrorism. Since the money involved is huge, the drug lords can go to any extent    to protect their trade including recruitment of mercenaries for protecting their drug fiefdom

 Eco terrorism

 Often used to paralyse governments. This can include poisoning of rivers, dams and lakes which provide    water to the citizens or sending chemicals. The mailing of letter bombs and delivery of Anthrax by post are    prime examples. Ku Klax Klan an ethnic group have use eco terrorism widely in America. The mustard gas    usage against Kurds by the former Iraq government also represents eco terrorism

 Cyber

 This is the latest classification to join the terror bandwagon. Sending of virus through mails, hacking secure    sites, impersonating by hacking individual email id’s and warning terror attacks by mail are acts of cyber    terrorism

 State terrorism

 States and Governments themselves commit terror acts either against tyheir own population or against    other countries are not common. The acts of Taliban in Afghanistan against Afghans particularly women is    an extreme example of state terrorism

 State sponsored

 Pakistan government’s constant encouragement and support of various Islamic Jihadi groups by providing    shelter, arms & ammunitions, finances, training and logistical support represents state terrorism. Indian’s    most wanted terrorists like Dawood Ibrahim and Tiger Memom have been sheltered in Pakistan, who    provide ground support to terrorists

 India and terrorism

 India has witnessed terrorist acts against itself right from independence. Beginning with insurgency in North    East to the recent terror attack in Mumbai, India has bore the brunt of various terror attacks. There is a    spurt in terror attacks in India beginning from 2005. Attacks on cities like Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Jaipur,    Hyderabad, Bangalore, Delhi, Malegaon and Kashmir have created panic and fear in the minds of Indians.    The audacious and daring attack on the Indian parliament was an attempt to shake the democratic    fundamentals of the country. Despite all such acts, Indians have displayed remarkable resilience to    remain united and show the terrorists their expression of solidarity; the spirit of India and Indianness.    Some famous terror acts on Indian soil include

 Mar 12, 93 – Bombay blasts
 Feb 14, 98 – Coimbatore bombings
 Oct 01, 01 - Militants attack J&K assembly complex
 Dec 13, 01 – Parliament attack
 Sep 24, 02 - Militants attack the Akshardham temple in Gujarat
 May 14, 03 - Militants attack an army camp near Jammu
 Aug 25, 03 – Serial car bombs in Mumbai
 July 05, 05 – Ram Janmabhoomi attack in Ayodhya
 Oct 29, 05 – Delhi serial blasts
 Mar 07, 06 – Varanasi bombings
 July 11, 06 – Bombay train blasts
 Sep 08, 06 – Malegaon mosque blast
 Aug 25, 07 – Hyderabad blast
 Apr 08 – Jaipur blasts
 July 08 – Bangalore blasts
 Nov 08 – Mumbai terror attacks

 India have lost over a million citizens in the terror history of the country

 Economic impact of terrorism

 Terror acts impact the economy of a nation apart from bruising the nation itself. Business is impacted,    there is a loss of business confidence, a flight of business investment and capital from the affected country,    unnecessary movement of people to safer havens raising population dynamics, trading risk, increase in    insurance costs, raise in risk and costs of doing business apart from goods becoming costlier are some    factors. Tourist visiting the country drop and tourism related sectors like, airlines, hotels and states    depending on tourism takes a huge hit. This in turn affects the local population due to job losses and drop    in income.

 Psychological effects

 It also creates a psychological impact on people. Fear, insecurity, uncertainty, inactivity, hatred, sagging    confidence and mistrust are psychological impact on the people of the affected region.

 National Impact

 The nation also suffers from a huge negative impact. Some of the ills affecting a nation due to terror acts    and terrorism are slowdown in economy, increased fiscal deficit, low productive investments, diversification    of limited and valuable resources to security, high security costs, flight of foreign capital, unemployment,    inflation and an adverse effect in the long run

 Summary and conclusions

 From the above it is clearly evident that global terrorism is a reality to contend with. Though the gains    achieved by terrorists and terror groups are minimal, there is a huge impact on the nation, its people and    the economy. History has shown that terrorism can create havoc and panic without real gains. Terrorism    cannot be a justification to achieving goals. This is amply evident in case of Palestine. Despite years of    terrorist acts they could not achieve their objectives, but through talks and negotiations a country called    Palestine was created giving a huge population an identity and a country to associate with.

Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 1:31:00 PM
`Hey people, good afternoon. I am back to answer your questions
aashish porwal 1/30/2009 1:36:00 PM
Hello sir,
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 1:36:00 PM
hI aASHISH, gOOD TO CAHT WITH YOU AGAIN
swapnil mote 1/30/2009 1:36:00 PM
Hi Sir
Swapnil mote 1/30/2009 1:37:00 PM
What is the causes of terrorism?
aashish porwal 1/30/2009 1:37:00 PM
what the terrorists are trying to show us behind 26/11 mumbai attack?
snehal wale 1/30/2009 1:38:00 PM
Considering the number of terrorist acts on India in the recent past. Do you think that it is only a act Global terrorism or terrorism driven by others internal factors such as Indian Politics, Racial Discrimination among diffirent communities
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 1:39:00 PM
Hi Swapnil - The basic cause is because a person or group does not believe that their demand has not been met justly
Priyam Sistla 1/30/2009 1:39:00 PM
Hello Ravi Sir! On a global level how does terrorism strike a chord with religious fervour?
swapnil mote 1/30/2009 1:40:00 PM
We all know the causes for the kashmir problem, What was the root cost of Punjab Problem?
aashish porwal 1/30/2009 1:40:00 PM
and what steps we should take to reduce the terrorism in our country?
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 1:40:00 PM
Hi Snehal - People practicing terrorism do ot need any cause. Yes our politics and policies have to a large extent given birth to terrorism in India
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 1:42:00 PM
Hi Priyam - Religious factors are a key cause for terrorism. Islamic terrorist groups bear a testimony to this fact
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 1:43:00 PM
The root cause was to counter the Akali Dal, the then Congress governmrnt propped up Sant Jarnail Singh Bindranwale who turned against the government
snehal wale 1/30/2009 1:44:00 PM
How do we differentiate Global Terrorism from terrorist acts within the country.
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 1:44:00 PM
Aashish - We need a strong well trained force with modern weapons to combat terrorism. The government is setting up such a task force
snehal wale 1/30/2009 1:45:00 PM
Can the Malegaon Act be termed as Global Terrorism? Does it in a way contribute to Global Terrorism
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 1:45:00 PM
Aashish - The terrorists wanted to strike at the economic and financial caapital of the country to fear westerners from investing in the country
Priyam Sistla 1/30/2009 1:47:00 PM
Thanks. Can we put the acts committed by the naxalites as acts of terrorism?
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 1:47:00 PM
Snehal - terrorism has no borders. Any act of terror is to wage a disguised war with a civilian shield.
snehal wale 1/30/2009 1:47:00 PM
Will only setting up a task force help us to combat global terrorism. Shouldnt we have Laws to curb global terrorism. Where in, the terrorist can be punished irrespective of the country he is from.
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 1:48:00 PM
Priyam - Yes naxalite acts are classified under terrorism
aashish porwal 1/30/2009 1:48:00 PM
sir, can u explain me the root cause behind the Israels attack on Palestinian terrority?
swapnil mote 1/30/2009 1:49:00 PM
How Saudi Arebia or Israil Supports the Global terrorism?
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 1:49:00 PM
Snehal - you are correct. The Indian Criminal law is used against terrorist as we saw in the case of the parliment attack
aashish porwal 1/30/2009 1:49:00 PM
thanks sir !!!
Priyam Sistla 1/30/2009 1:51:00 PM
Ravi Sir. I think the Punjab problem started with the sharing of the waters between the three states which later tooka ugly turn. The issue was politicised as a Sikh by the Akali Dal. This is when the Congress spoilt things by propping up fanatic Bindranwale
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 1:51:00 PM
aashish - The Palestine people were seeking land from Israel for a nation. Hence wars have been waged against Israel. Israel is only defending itself from terrorist attacks and clean up terrorist bases
snehal wale 1/30/2009 1:52:00 PM
But this is limited to India only. What about on the Global front where in there is Law which over rides the Laws specific to any country. To make sure that the terrorist are punished
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 1:52:00 PM
Swapnil - Neither Saudi Arabia nor Israel governments support terrorism. Saudi nationals like Osama Bin Laden support and propogate terrorism
swapnil mote 1/30/2009 1:53:00 PM
Al Qaeda is the root of terrorism?
snehal wale 1/30/2009 1:53:00 PM
So do we have any such Laws defined on the Global Front
aashish porwal 1/30/2009 1:54:00 PM
why they are expanding their natoin terrority? is it so necessary?
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 1:54:00 PM
Priyam - You are correct

Snehal - Each country tries the terrorist according to the laws of their land. There is no international law for trying terrorists
aashish porwal 1/30/2009 1:56:00 PM
i think it is not fair to shed the blood of innocent childs in the sake of land.... isnt it sir?
swapnil mote 1/30/2009 1:56:00 PM
Al Qaeda is the root of terrorism?
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 1:56:00 PM
Swapnil - The first act of terror stared during the French revolution. In fact the word terrorism was coined from this event. Al qaeeda is a recent entrant into the terrorism world
Priyam Sistla 1/30/2009 1:57:00 PM
I think there should be an international crack force like the UNPKF to look into acts of terrorism.
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 1:58:00 PM
aashish - I agree. Imagine your reaction if I came to your house and forcefully occupied it. Thats what has happened between Israel and Middle East/ Arab countries
snehal wale 1/30/2009 1:59:00 PM
Can LTTE be considered as Global Terrorists or Rebels?
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 1:59:00 PM
Priyam - UNPKF is a peace keeping force to prevent ethnic or political conflicts. It is not to fight terrorism
swapnil mote 1/30/2009 1:59:00 PM
Is their any effects of terrorism on global capital markets?
Priyam Sistla 1/30/2009 2:01:00 PM
I think a naxalite is more a revolutionary rebel and a terrorist works with a fanatic view in mind.
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:02:00 PM
Snehal - A terrorism or a martyr is defined by circumstances. Till they waged a war they were rebels, when they started killing innocents they become terrorists

Swapnil - Any attack causes the capital markets of that country to fall immediately
snehal wale 1/30/2009 2:02:00 PM
What are the actions taken by the UN to counter Global Terrorism
swapnil mote 1/30/2009 2:02:00 PM
So do we have any such Laws defined on the Global Front
aashish porwal 1/30/2009 1:54:00 PM
why they are expanding their natoin terrority? is it so necessary?
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 1:54:00 PM
Priyam - You are correct

Snehal - Each country tries the terrorist according to the laws of their land. There is no international law for trying terrorists
aashish porwal 1/30/2009 1:56:00 PM
i think it is not fair to shed the blood of innocent childs in the sake of land.... isnt it sir?
swapnil mote 1/30/2009 1:56:00 PM
Al Qaeda is the root of terrorism?
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 1:56:00 PM
Swapnil - The first act of terror stared during the French revolution. In fact the word terrorism was coined from this event. Al qaeeda is a recent entrant into the terrorism world
Priyam Sistla 1/30/2009 1:57:00 PM

I think there should be an international crack force like the UNPKF to look into acts of terrorism.

Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 1:58:00 PM
aashish - I agree. Imagine your reaction if I came to your house and forcefully occupied it. Thats what has happened between Israel and Middle East/ Arab countries
snehal wale 1/30/2009 1:59:00 PM
Can LTTE be considered as Global Terrorists or Rebels?
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 1:59:00 PM
Priyam - UNPKF is a peace keeping force to prevent ethnic or political conflicts. It is not to fight terrorism
swapnil mote 1/30/2009 1:59:00 PM
Is their any effects of terrorism on global capital markets?
Priyam Sistla 1/30/2009 2:01:00 PM
I think a naxalite is more a revolutionary rebel and a terrorist works with a fanatic view in mind.
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:02:00 PM
Snehal - A terrorism or a martyr is defined by circumstances. Till they waged a war they were rebels, when they started killing innocents they become terrorists

Swapnil - Any attack causes the capital markets of that country to fall immediately

snehal wale 1/30/2009 2:02:00 PM
What are the actions taken by the UN to counter Global Terrorism
swapnil mote 1/30/2009 2:02:00 PM
Is their is fast increment on terrorism after the 11th sept. attack on US?
gautam kumar 1/30/2009 2:05:00 PM
how is recent mumbai attack going to affect the economic aspect of india ?
swapnil mote 1/30/2009 2:05:00 PM
I think you r right sir, So their is strong decrement in oil rates
aashish porwal 1/30/2009 2:05:00 PM
i think it is not fair to shed the blood of innocent childs in the sake of land.... isnt it sir?

snehal wale 1/30/2009 2:06:00 PM
So does this means rebels have an objective to achieve for their acts and terrorist dont? Who just are fanatics and enjoy killing innocent people
Priyam Sistla 1/30/2009 2:07:00 PM
Does the Khalistan still exist? After the Kanishka hijack there has been no news of their working?
gautam kumar 1/30/2009 2:07:00 PM
what can the citizens do on their part to contain it?
aashish porwal 1/30/2009 2:07:00 PM
i think it is not fair to shed the blood of innocent childs in the sake of land.... isnt it sir?
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:08:00 PM
Snehal - A terrorism or a martyr is defined by circumstances. Till they waged a war they were rebels, when they started killing innocents they become terrorists

Swapnil - Any attack causes the capital markets of that country to fall immediately
P D 1/30/2009 2:09:00 PM
hi Sir..pushkar here
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:10:00 PM
Snehal - UN cannot pass resolutions against a group but against countries supporting terrorism

Swapnil - Yes, the 9/11 attacks have given a booster to terrorist groups due to the success
snehal wale 1/30/2009 2:11:00 PM
Global Terrorism has also hit the tourism industry in a big way. What can be done in order to flourish the tourism industry by making the tourist feel safe and at ease
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:12:00 PM
Hi Gautam - There would be a lull, but investments from western countried would continue

aashish - I agree, but terrorists dont differntiate between a man, woman or child. They all fall victims
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:13:00 PM
Snehal - Rebels fight for independence, terrorists fight for rights they think they have been denied. The key is they wage a war against the coountry by targeting unarmed civilians
snehal wale 1/30/2009 2:14:00 PM
Who are the people you think are funding these terrorist groups?
P D 1/30/2009 2:14:00 PM
Sir,my Question is that how is our politicians waiting for our neighbouring countries to act on terrorism justified..isnt that a breakdown of the self independence of our country?
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:14:00 PM
Priyam - The war for Khalistan is long dead

Gautam - Citizens can be alert and tip off law authorities on suspected people
swapnil mote 1/30/2009 2:15:00 PM
I think you r right sir, So their is strong decrement in oil rates
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:15:00 PM
Hi Pushkar
swapnil mote 1/30/2009 2:15:00 PM
I think you r right sir, So their is strong decrement in oil rates
swapnil mote 1/30/2009 2:16:00 PM
Due to the mumbai attack their is any change in norms of Insurance industry or policy?
Priyam Sistla 1/30/2009 2:16:00 PM
The events following the 9/11 attacks, the way the US administration handled it, do you feel it is justified?
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:17:00 PM
There are different funding groups. Narcotics trade is one of them
Abhijeet Chavan 1/30/2009 2:17:00 PM
hi sir, how can we control on terriosm
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:18:00 PM
PD - We have to keep putting pressure. the objective of Pakistan is to dismember India by fighting

The US Government can support us, they cannot directly involve themselves. In my opinion they were fair and just

Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:19:00 PM
Swapnil - There is no change iin Industrial and Insurance policy as of yet. However a few organisations have approached the Indian government to provide security
snehal wale 1/30/2009 2:20:00 PM
Shouldnt Anti Global Terrorism be a part of the syllabus since all the leading countries are facing it. As most of the countries youth is driven to doing such shameless act. Will this help to bring in awareness and reduce the involement of countries youth for terrorist acts

Abhijeet Chavan 1/30/2009 2:20:00 PM
ow u think is their any permanat solution of this?

Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:21:00 PM
Ravi Sir I know the UNPKF works for the peacekeepink in war torn nations, my suggestion was having an ATS on an international level. If that was in place by now the terrorists being harboured in Pakistan would definitely have been flushed out of their hiding holes.
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:21:00 PM
Snehal - I cant agree moreas markets and environment would react to terrorism and terrorist acts
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:22:00 PM
Priyam - It is not easy. UNKPF undertakes operations at the rewquest of the government in trouble. I am sure Pakistan is not going to ask for help as the Army and ISI wants to maintain instability
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:25:00 PM
Swapnil - You are right. Terrorist act includes destroying oil pipelines or kidnapping employees of an oil company as we saw in Nigeria
aashish porwal 1/30/2009 2:25:00 PM
hello sir one more question is hovering in my mind that how much corruption take part in national level terrorism?
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:26:00 PM
Snehal - Tourism industry is the first to be hit in a terror act. The hotel rates in India has dropped drastically due to cancellations in large numbers by tourists
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:27:00 PM
Aashish - good question. It can play a vital role. If you collect money and keep mum on terror investigations. However this happens only in Hindi films. peoples anger will force governments to act against terrorism
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:29:00 PM
Snehal - It is difficult to install confidence in tourists. However confidence building measures are neccessary. the opening of the TAj, Trident and Leopold within days of the attack can be one such measure
snehal wale 1/30/2009 2:30:00 PM
Asif Ali Zardari made a statement today in TOI saying that it will take all the necessary steps required to curb terrorism, provided the US provides them with funds.
Is his demand for funds justified?
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:31:00 PM
Snehal - poor Zardari is caught between International pressure and the army. Pakistan is almost a bankrupt economy. He needs the funds. the question is will the funds be used with the right intentions
kavita bhutada 1/30/2009 2:32:00 PM
hi sir kavita here
swapnil mote 1/30/2009 2:32:00 PM
which organization behind the malegaon attack?
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:33:00 PM
Hi Kavita

Swapnil - The Malegaon case is still being investigated. Difficult to predict which organisation is behind the blast

aashish porwal 1/30/2009 2:34:00 PM
as i think that " Terrorism is directly propotional to Corruption" isnt it sir?
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:34:00 PM
Swapnil - WE will have to wait for the investigations to conclude before pinpointing any organisation behind the Malegaon blast
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:35:00 PM
Aashish - No, terrorism is linked to causes not due to corruption
aashish porwal 1/30/2009 2:35:00 PM
ok sir
swapnil mote 1/30/2009 2:37:00 PM
Did all the states now set up for Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS)?
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:37:00 PM
Hey guys, you want to suggest subjects for the forthcoming live chats
snehal wale 1/30/2009 2:37:00 PM
Correct sir my question was in the same context. Earlier also the Bush govt had funded Pakistan to curb terrorism. But all the efforts in vain.
By this act does US want to show to the world that they are helping nations to fight against terrorism. Then why unlike Afghanistan they raid pakistan for terrorist and put them to rest. As the funds as it is are not being used for the right purpose
snehal wale 1/30/2009 2:38:00 PM
Can Joint ventures and Mergers be considered as topic for the next live chat
Priyam Sistla 1/30/2009 2:39:00 PM
In reply to Ashishs query I think terrorism perpetrates corruption.
kavita bhutada 1/30/2009 2:39:00 PM
kavita, what is the causes behind this terrorism
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:39:00 PM
Snehal - That will become an act of war. The reason for the war in Afghanistan was Taliban and its hostile approsach and policies to the US government
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:39:00 PM
Kavita - the causes can be many. Some key ones are ideologocal, religious and narcotics led
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:41:00 PM
Priyam - Not really. any government which does not act will not win the next elections. see in the Mumbai blasts. Government officials have been arrested for abbetting tranfer of RDX into Mumbai
Priyam Sistla 1/30/2009 2:41:00 PM
Sir, can you give some examples of nations waging a war against terrorism wherin narcotics was involved ?
kavita bhutada 1/30/2009 2:42:00 PM
how can we overcome to this situation
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:42:00 PM
Snehal - Sure. We can consider thius subject
nikhil pratap 1/30/2009 2:42:00 PM
what should be the strategy of government?
is our government is going in right direction about terrorism?
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:43:00 PM
Priyam - Columbia, Afghaniostan are two prime examples

Kavita - We can only overcome this situation by addressing fair and just demands

swapnil mote 1/30/2009 2:43:00 PM
Against the backdrop of Mumbai attacks, Afghanistan joined India in demanding that no country should allow terrorism, Is it true?

snehal wale 1/30/2009 2:43:00 PM
Thank you sir, todays session gave us an insight to current scenario on the Global Terrorism front.
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:44:00 PM
Hi Nikhil - The strategy is to form pressure groups on countries harbouring terrorists. In my opinion the Indian government is moving in the right direction
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:45:00 PM
Swapnil - Thats true. Because Afghanistan is also a country that has fallen to terrorist activities

Snehal - You are most welcome
Priyam Sistla 1/30/2009 2:47:00 PM
One final question is the terrorist not a human being too? It is only the circumstances which has made him thus. If caught then should a fair trail be conducted or should there be no mercy shown?
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:47:00 PM
Come on guys. I am on an extended session today because you guys are asking quite a few challenging questions
aashish porwal 1/30/2009 2:48:00 PM
How one can participate to curb terrorism?
swapnil mote 1/30/2009 2:49:00 PM
How we can tackle terrorism effectively?
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:49:00 PM
Priyam - a terrorist is a human who is brainwashed to committing terror acts. One cannot kill innocents whatever be the reason. Hence no mercy should be shown to terrorists, lest it encourage others into committing heinous acts
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:49:00 PM
Swapnil - As mentioned an aggressive route is hot pursuits. A dialogue can be to address their demands
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:50:00 PM
Aashish - Be an laert citizen. Follow the laws of the land and report suspicious people. there should be no malice however
kavita bhutada 1/30/2009 2:50:00 PM
thank u sir

Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:51:00 PM
Priyam - The trial should be fair but the quantunm of punishment should be severe
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:51:00 PM
You are welcome Kavita
swapnil mote 1/30/2009 2:52:00 PM
Even as the US has welcomed the democratic transition in Pakistan, it has underlined the serious challenges, including terrorism ?
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:53:00 PM
Yes Swapnil. the Pak government has a huge task on its hand and will have to balance all forces
swapnil mote 1/30/2009 2:54:00 PM
how obama plays imp role to control terissom
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:55:00 PM
Hi - Obama has already told the world his stance on terrorism. One of the first step he has taken is to withold aid to Pakistan
aashish porwal 1/30/2009 2:56:00 PM
thanks sir for being with us 2day...
Priyam Sistla 1/30/2009 2:56:00 PM
That I agree with -a fair trial, every one needs to be given a chance to prove their part.
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:58:00 PM
Today was a fairly hotly and well debated chat. Thanks for the questions and active participation. we shall chat again shortly on an other interesting subject. Keep enjoying and having fun
swapnil mote 1/30/2009 2:58:00 PM
So what is the conclusion for common man to tackle the terrorism?
SHASHANK jain 1/30/2009 2:59:00 PM
wat is the role of politicians at this hard time????
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 2:59:00 PM
Thank you once again. All the Best for guys appearing for their GDs and PIs
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 3:00:00 PM
Shashank - The role of politicians will be to propogate action against terrorists and instill confidence in the people
swapnil mote 1/30/2009 3:00:00 PM
Thank u sir, for great discussion with us
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 3:01:00 PM
The conclusion for the common man is be alert, and vote only those into power who can govern effectively
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 3:01:00 PM
Thanks guys and eagerlyawait to chat with you all once again. Bye for now
Nandini Kalita 1/30/2009 3:02:00 PM
Hello sir! I am Nandini,pursuing my third year engineering from one of the prestigious college of Pune.
I have some query about Terrorist attack on WTC of USA.
What do u think?
What may be the real reason about the terrorist attack on WTC?
I had watched one clip regarding WTC attack and it displayed that everything was pre planned by president Mr Bush and not by terrorist
just for publicity.
IS IT TRUE???
SHASHANK jain 1/30/2009 3:03:00 PM
Do u think sir dat politicians r doing dere work dat they r supposed to do at dis time.....
Priyam Sistla 1/30/2009 3:05:00 PM
Hi Nandini,
Priyam Sistla 1/30/2009 3:06:00 PM
I too felt that it was more like an entertainment show for the world to watch.
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 3:08:00 PM
Hey guys, have cancelled my appointment to continue the chat. Lets go on
Nandini Kalita 1/30/2009 3:09:00 PM
Hello sir!
I am Nandini,pursuing my third year engineering from one of the prestigious college of Pune.
I have some query about Terrorist attack on WTC of USA.
What do u think?
What may be the real reason about the terrorist attack on WTC?
I had watched one clip regarding WTC attack and it displayed that everything was pre planned by president Mr Bush and not by terrorist
just for publicity.
IS IT TRUE???
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 3:09:00 PM
Hi Nandini. The objective was to destroy and shake the capitalist foundations. By attcking heritage or well-known sites terrorist aim to puncture the very foundations of the country
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 3:10:00 PM
While there are murmurs that this was caused by george Bush, it is neither proven nor documented
sachin sachin 1/30/2009 3:11:00 PM
The terrorist wanted to prove that there is nothing that can put a stop to their terrorist acts. Even a strong economy like US was shattered by the WTO attack then what are others
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 3:12:00 PM
Shashank - Most of the politicians are making a desparate attempt to put up a brave and noble act. The forthcoming general elections will prove whos good and whos not
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 3:13:00 PM
Sachin - That is true. However it is important to foil their evil designs
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 3:14:00 PM
Priyam - these are not entertainment but tragedies. If you witnessed it as real action it is horrifying
sachin sachin 1/30/2009 3:15:00 PM
The terrorist wanted to prove that there is nothing that can put a stop to their terrorist acts. Even a strong economy like US was shattered by the WTO attack then what are others
Nandini Kalita 1/30/2009 3:15:00 PM
Hi! Priyam
Whats ur mail id?
Do u agree with my view.
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 3:17:00 PM
Priyam - these are not entertainment but tragedies. If you witnessed it as real action it is horrifying
Priyam Sistla 1/30/2009 3:17:00 PM
I didnt mean that. I meant that it was relayed like an entertaiment and that was wrong. Ravi Sir, I echo your sentiments.
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 3:17:00 PM
Sachin - A country however strong or weak is vulnerable to terrorist attacks
sachin sachin 1/30/2009 3:20:00 PM
Thank you.
Nandini Kalita 1/30/2009 3:20:00 PM
Hello sir!
Why Pakistan is not considering the dossiers that we have provided them with?
Despite of giving such real clues, y r they reacting this way?
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 3:24:00 PM
Pakistan is obviously trying to shield the organisations they nurtured. hence they will always deny the evidence however strong they be
Nandini Kalita 1/30/2009 3:25:00 PM
Thank you sir
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 3:27:00 PM
Nandini - You are welcome
Priyam Sistla 1/30/2009 3:28:00 PM
Thanks Sir
Ravi Shankar 1/30/2009 3:28:00 PM
Thanks guys. Catch up with you soon
sachin sachin 1/30/2009 3:29:00 PM
Thank you.


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