Identify the breadth area related to counter-terrorism and explain how it is related to these breadth area(s).

The following was my research proposal assignment. Please review and include the content talked about in the proposal in the research paper.
1.Identify which breadth area(s) the topic is related to and explain how the topic is related to these breadth area(s), or how you can use the perspectives of these particular breadth area(s) to examine the topic of your research within its global context.

The breadth area related to counter-terrorism is social/civic. Terrorism in a sense is an extreme form of activism using threats of violence against civilians for certain causes that are political, religious or ideological in nature. Counter terrorism uses strategies that focus on the belief systems and values of terrorists in order to try and stop or prevent terrorism. Countering terrorism has been a global effort for many years. The purpose of the social/civic breadth area is to better understand individuals, relationships and societies. Examining these areas during my research on counter terrorism will focus on trying to understand what triggers someone to becoming a terrorist and not being able to function as a relational being. Understanding this can lead to solutions on counter terrorism.

This topic also relates to the breadth area of value/meaning. Many terrorists groups actions are based on their desire for meaning and personal significance. Getting these groups to realize the goals of common humanity can bring peace and alleviate their fears to cultural destruction. This is not an easy feat though because most of these groups are not pathological. They feel angry and the need to take action. They also feel that joining a movement will give them a sense of identity.

2.What is your research question? You are not conducting field research (i.e., survey data, interviews, primary source data). Research in this context means investigating a topic in depth using credible sources. Your research question guides what sources you select and read in depth.
My research question is Counter Terrorism: Could a non-violent response work? This question about my topic is grounded in facts that has been proven in the era of Gandhi. Gandhi adopted nonviolence as a philosophy and an ideal way of life. His feat of extending the principle of non-violence to social and political plane should be a considered feat in todays society.

3.What resources will you use in collecting your information? Using the professional literature is a requirement. You must use at least six references in writing your paper, and all six must be listed on the References page.