PSM Chapter 14

What is the definition of international terrorism?

• Violent, criminal acts committed by individuals and/or groups to further ideological goals stemming from domestic influences

• Violent, criminal acts committed by individuals and/or groups who are inspired by, or associated with, designated foreign terrorist organizations or nations

• Violent, criminal acts committed by individuals and/or groups to overthrow the government

• Violent, criminal acts committed by individuals and/or groups for personal gain

What are the causes of terrorism according to the text?

• Lack of education and awareness

• Religious intolerance

• Social and political injustice

• Economic inequality and lack of opportunities

What is the impact of terrorism on the financial market?

• Stability and growth

• Increase in investment

• Negative effects and instability

• No impact at all

What was the result of the attack on the World Trade Centre on 11th September 2001?

• Minor injuries to a few individuals

• Both towers collapsed and 2996 people died

• Partial damage to the buildings

• No casualties

What was the motive behind the militants' attack on Lahad Datu?

• To establish a new government

• To claim disputed territory between Philippines and Malaysia

• To seek revenge for past conflicts

• To spread religious propaganda

What is the purpose of Malaysia's counter-terrorism policy?

• To support and encourage terrorist activities

• To ignore the threat of terrorism

• To identify and prevent terrorism, as well as to mitigate the effects of such actions

• To negotiate with terrorists for peaceful resolutions

Which legislation provides procedures for arrest for serious offences under Chapter VI and VIA of the Penal Code?

• Terrorism in foreign countries act (smata) 2015

• Prevention of terrorism act (pota) 2015

• National Security Council (NSC) Directive No. 18 (Revised)

• Security offences (special measures) act (sosma) 2012

What is the emphasis of Malaysia's stand towards terrorism according to Directive No. 18 (Revised)?

• Protection of hostages’ life and property

• Using strike action as the first resort

• Encouraging terrorist acts

• Exchanging hostages to resolve crises

What does the Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) 2015 aim to do?

• Stop terrorist acts from being done by or with the help of organizations on a list in a foreign country

• Promote and support terrorist organizations

• Encourage individuals to engage in terrorist activities

• Ignore the threat of terrorism

What is the purpose of the Terrorism in Foreign Countries Act (SMATA) 2015?

• To provide support and assistance to terrorist organizations in foreign countries

• To establish diplomatic relations with foreign terrorist groups

• To set up special punishments for people who commit or help commit terrorist acts with the help of a list of terrorist organizations in a foreign country

• To ignore the threat of terrorism from foreign countries