Evaluate the responses to terrorism in two Asian countries (excluding China, Japan and India).

The question requires that candidates make an appraisal of the responses to terrorism in two Asian countries (excluding China, Japan and India) weighing up the strengths and limitations of the responses. Responses may extend beyond the timeframe, but they must be clearly linked to the issue raised in the question. Candidates may offer equal coverage of two countries or they may prioritize their evaluation of one of them. However, both countries will be a feature of the response. Candidates may evaluate the support from Western nations to combat terrorist threats, direct confrontation with groups which may have resulted in ceasefire agreements between governments and terrorist groups. Both offensive and defensive responses offer some benefits to those subjected to terrorism but could pose risks to the populace too. Counter-terrorism measures, unilateral and collective action may also be evaluated. Candidates’ opinions or conclusions will be presented clearly and supported by appropriate evidence.