Changing Dynamics of Terrorism in Afghanistan and its Impact on Socio-Political and Economic Milieu: A Critical Analysis

Abstract

Afghanistan has been a battle ground for various super powers and it has transformed the socio-political landscape of the Afghan soil. The Russian invasion in Afghanistan and later on the War on Terror in Afghanistan has engaged the people of Afghanistan into a continuous struggle for survival and stability. It has a deep rooted impact on the socio-political and economic sphere of Afghan people. Afghanistan has been plunged into menace of terrorism and different groups has been working for their supremacy. No doubt, the recent Afghan government has taken up certain steps towards security of their people but various human right violations have been observed which are putting the regional stability at risk. This research is a qualitative study that analyses the key factors behind the socio-political and economic crisis in Afghanistan with an objective to understand the ground realities in the changing dynamics of Afghanistan.