Intentional release of toxic biological agents to harm and terrorize citizens in the name of a political or other cause is known as:

• A. State terrorism
• B. Bio-terrorism
• C. Eco-terrorism
• D. Nuclear terrorism

Answer: (B)

Bioterrorism is the intentional release of biological agents—like bacteria, viruses, or toxins—to cause illness, fear, and disruption for political or ideological goals. The scenario described fits this exact idea: using a biological threat to harm people and spread terror to influence a cause. The other terms refer to different threats: state terrorism involves actions by a government to intimidate or coerce; eco-terrorism involves environmental or animal-rights extremists; nuclear terrorism uses nuclear or radiological materials. Recognizing bioterrorism is crucial because it calls for rapid public health surveillance, medical response, and coordinated coordination between health and law enforcement to protect the population.