Definition and Characteristics — Prelims Questions

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic typically associated with terrorism?

Consider the following statements regarding the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), 1967: 1. The 2019 amendment to UAPA allows the Central Government to designate individuals as terrorists. 2. Section 15 of UAPA defines 'terrorism' as a concept, rather than a 'terrorist act'. 3. Offenses under UAPA are not considered 'scheduled offenses' under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which UN Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) obliges all UN member states to criminalize terror financing and deny safe haven to terrorists, adopted in the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks?

Consider the following pairs: 1. Bruce Hoffman: Terrorism as a strategic choice by rational actors. 2. Martha Crenshaw: Terrorism as the deliberate creation and exploitation of fear for political change. 3. Louise Richardson: Terrorism as deliberately and violently targeting civilians for political purposes. Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?

Which of the following constitutional articles mandates the Union to protect every State against external aggression and internal disturbance?