Abstract
De-radicalization is used in the context when an individual is not only get radicalized but also run through the path of rhetoric to violent extremism. Deradicalization is the only malady to wriggle out from the tangles of terrorism. Pakistan is at the cross-roads when religious extremism is thriving day by day and the scourge of terrorism has engulfed the whole Pakistan. The objective of this research is to explore the various dimensions of the issue, e.g., the root causes of proliferation of radicalization and extremism in society. The different stages of radicalization, diverse literature explaining the discourse on militancy, radicalism, rehabilitation of captured and run away militants, the Swat de-radicalization Model, success and shortcoming of rehabilitation model in Pakistan. The objective of this research is to explore the various dimensions of the issue, e.g., the root causes of proliferation of radicalization and extremism in society. The different stages of radicalization, diverse literature explaining the discourse on militancy, radicalism, rehabilitation of captured and run away militants, the Swat deradicalization Model, success and shortcoming of rehabilitation model in Pakistan. Research methodology Qualitative analysis method approach has been used to conduct the research work. Data has been collected through the books, newspaper, articles, journals and reports. Pakistan needs to formulate its home-grown deradicalization policy to combat this Frankenstein monster of Radicalization. Swat Deradicalization Model has played an effective role in the elimination of terrorism and countering violent extremism. The insightful analysis of the incumbent counter terrorism policies and strategies will enhance the vision and help in abridging the lacunas and gaps for effective de-radicalizations offensive.
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