Extremism: the concept and the basic forms of manifestation

Abstract

This article discusses the extremism as a social phenomenon – a complex and multifaceted. It represents a complex social phenomenon, characterized by a commitment to extreme views and actions, including many forms of radicalism and an integral part such phenomenon as terrorism. terrorism. Extremist behavior and terrorism has an antisocial character, since it is based on the principle of «the end justifies the means», expresses aspiration to achieve the goal by the shortest route, denies another the rights of individuals. Extremism in behavior incompatible with personal culture, cultural development of the individual. Significant signs of extremist behavior is irresponsible attitude of the individual to himself, people, society, law and civic irresponsibility and moral permissiveness.