Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
taliban
Noun
/ˈtælibɑːn/
Definition
The Taliban is an Islamist militant group and political movement that originated in Afghanistan in the early 1990s.
Examples
- The Taliban gained control of Afghanistan in the late 1990s.
- After years of conflict, the Taliban returned to power in 2021, raising concerns about human rights.
- The group is known for its strict interpretation of Islamic law.
Meaning
The term ‘Taliban’ means ‘students’ in Pashto, reflecting its roots in madrassas or religious schools in Pakistan where the group’s early members were educated.
Synonyms
- Islamic Emirate
- Fundamentalist group
