About the Book: Twenty First Century Unrest in West Asia: Socio-economic and
Political Scenario
In the twenty-first century, West Asia is moving in different
directions—politically, culturally and economically—with far-reaching
consequences for global peace and security. On the one side, political change
through Arab Spring uprooted many authoritarian regimes and brought democratic
elements in West Asian polity while on the other side instability and
uncertainty continue to challenge many countries like Syria, Iraq, Egypt and
Lebanon. Religious fundamentalism assumed new twist with the rise of forces like
ISS that triggered a wave of violence in many West Asian countries and other
parts of the world. Insecurity has resulted in