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This book provides an in-depth examination of the dynamics of violent extremism in South Asia, emphasizing the complex interplay between state fragility and extremist activities. Shafi Md Mostofa explores the socio-political, economic, and security-related factors that contribute to the emergence, persistence, and evolution of extremist groups in the region. The text analyzes how local and regional forces influence extremist behaviors, detailing how political events, governance deficits, and social vulnerabilities create conditions conducive to radicalization. It also investigates the framing of anti-violent extremism policies and the implementation of militarized or preventive interventions, highlighting the ideological underpinnings and practical challenges of these strategies. Notably, the book adopts a systems-based ecological perspective, situating local conditions within broader questions of global governance, securitization, and socio-economic inequality. By balancing micro-level analyses of communities with macro-level regional and international considerations, it provides a nuanced understanding of how extremist movements adapt, persist, or decline. Additionally, the work critiques dominant discourses on security and counterterrorism, offering insights into policy gaps, intervention efficacy, and the ethical dilemmas associated with securitized approaches in fragile states.This book is highly relevant for researchers, policymakers, and students interested in understanding the multifaceted causes and consequences of violent extremism in South Asia. Its detailed analysis of state fragility, local and regional dynamics, and policy interventions makes it a valuable resource for those studying counterterrorism, security studies, and governance. The balanced focus on theoretical frameworks, empirical evidence, and practical policy implications ensures that it serves as both an academic reference and a guide for designing context-sensitive interventions to address extremism in fragile state contexts.