genocide
Genocide is the deliberate and systematic destruction of a particular group of people, often based on their ethnicity, nationality, religion, or culture. This includes acts such as killing, causing serious harm, or creating conditions intended to destroy the group entirely. Genocide is considered one of the gravest crimes against humanity and typically unfolds through violence, persecution, and widespread atrocities. It can occur in various settings, often during wars or conflicts, and is driven by hatred, ideology, or political motives. International laws aim to prevent and punish those responsible for genocide.
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Genocide is the deliberate and systematic extermination of a particular group of people, often based on ethnicity, religion, or nationality. It involves acts aimed at destroying, in whole or in part, this group, including killing, causing serious harm, and deliberately inflicting conditions intended to bring about its destruction. This crime is recognized under international law and is considered one of the most severe violations of human rights. Notable historical examples include the Holocaust and the Rwandan Genocide, where large numbers of people were targeted and killed due to their identity.