One solution for two problems

Maoism and Terrorism are two of the greatest challenges facing the Indian state system. Both these are mind crimes in the sense that the perpetrators' minds are first penetrated by a political or religious ideology and their near absolute commitment secured for the cause. Hitherto disempowered people begin to feel a sense of power when they are coached and trained in using weapons and explosives. FOP is one unique solution for two related problems. It is a new thought process that will enable ordinary people to collaborate with the legitimate might of the state against opposing illegitimate forces. The concept is easily planted in the minds of people since it is easily understood and becomes immediately operational. An important aspect of the war against such anti-state forces is that Psy -war or operations is the most critical aspect. That is why Naxalites rely on occasional deadly strikes to drive a sense of terror and awe into the governmental machinery.