Authority Quote by Asma Jahangir
“Past experience has shown that the Islamists gain space when civilian authority weakens.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Human Rights Forum, 2005
When civilian control weakens, extremist groups expand their influence.
In simple terms: Weak governance fuels extremism.
Strengthen civil institutions.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy reform
- community resilience
- law enforcement
- public awareness
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What safeguards can protect civilian authority?
- How can communities resist extremist narratives?
Addressing root causes is challenging.