Religious Studies · Topic revision workspace
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Topic overview
Peace and conflict explores justice, forgiveness, protest, terrorism, war, weapons of mass destruction and religious responses to violence.
Exam tip
Apply the conditions of just war or pacifist reasoning precisely to the situation in the question.
Revision notes
Secure these ideas first. Say each definition in your own words, then connect it to the topic overview.
Revision notes
The exam will rarely ask for an isolated definition. Practise selecting the right idea and using it as part of a complete explanation or method.
Core knowledge
The belief that violence and war are wrong and disputes should be settled peacefully.
A tradition setting conditions for when entering and fighting a war may be morally justified.
The unlawful use of violence and fear, often against civilians, to pursue an aim.
Rebuilding a peaceful relationship after conflict.
Fair treatment and the protection of rights, often including accountability for wrongdoing.
Weapons capable of causing death and destruction on a very large scale.
Active recall
Content reviewed 23 July 2026 against the current linked specification.
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