Terrorism as a concept is difficult to define. It is a menace that destroys much on both the individual and political fronts. It is a deep-rooted malady that throughout history has been used by diverse groups and organisations in support of various causes. Even after numerous steps taken by international organisations, it still seems impossible to eradicate. This paper provides an insight into the efforts made to tackle terrorism through various international conventions and concludes with suggestions for further measures that should be taken to combat it.
