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The SCO's Convention on Countering Extremism, signed in 2017, establishes a legal framework for preventing radicalization, disrupting extremist networks, and promoting moderate religious discourse while respecting human rights and fundamental freedoms.

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Answer: True

The Convention balances security measures with rights protections: it requires counter-extremism actions to comply with international law, avoid discrimination, and address root causes like poverty and marginalization. This holistic approach aims to prevent violence while preserving social cohesion and pluralism.

Topic Shanghai Cooperation Organisation
Exam Relevance UPSC, SSC
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