Problem
Elimination of opposition groups or individuals
Other Names:
Suppression of oppositionExclusion of context questioning
Nature:
Opposition groups or individuals are often killed in order to eliminate movements critical of the regime. The victims may be trade-unionists, professionals, or simply those suspected of opposition. They may be assassinated in the streets, or abducted and subsequently found dead – often showing signs of torture. Even though these actions may be taken by 'death squads' with whom the government claims no association, there is often evidence to suggest governmental complicity.
Broader Problems:
AntipathyPolitical violence Narrower Problems:
Rural violenceFrustration of the role of oppositionPromotion of negative images of opponents Related Problems:
Infectious revenge Aggravates:
Defamation of characterBlocked minority opinionEntrapping social contextNarrow context for counselNon-recognition of problemsInadequate political dialogue and review Strategies:
Undermining trade unionsUndermining trade unionsFrustrating role of oppositionSuppressing oppositionEliminating opposition groups or individualsCultivating the oppositionResisting Subject(s):
Societal Problems → DeprivationSociety → Individuals
Related UN Sustainable Development Goals:
Problem Type:
C: Cross-sectoral problems Date of last update
02.03.2022 – 03:18 CET