Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
Separatist group violence refers to acts of violence carried out by groups seeking independence or autonomy from a larger state. These groups often use force or terrorism as means to achieve their goals.
Related terms
Secessionism: The advocacy or support for the separation of a region or territory from a larger political entity.
Ethnic Conflict: A type of conflict characterized by tensions between different ethnic groups within a society.
Insurgency: Armed rebellion against an established government or authority with the aim of achieving political change or independence.