ABSTRACT
This chapter explores a conceptual model of radicalisation drawn on the experience of militant–extremists in Malaysia. The chapter focuses on a brief historical background and context in which the model is developed. It provides some surveys on the theoretical explanation of radicalisation. The chapter explores and proposes the radicalisation model based on the experience of militant— extremists in Malaysia. It focuses on the essential elements contributing to radicalisation in Malaysia. The chapter discusses the nature and success of Malaysia’s rehabilitation programme. Radicalisation may mean different things to different people and by that virtue it makes the process of understanding the true nature of radicalisation difficult. Emotive-oriented radicalisation (EOR) refers to a process of radicalisation in which the subject uses emotive justifications to legitimise acceptance and tolerance to violence. Faith-oriented radicalisation (FOR) refers to a process of radicalisation in which the subject uses faith and religious justification for the acceptance and tolerance of violence.
