What was the name of the group that took power from the Soviets and ruled Afghanistan with religious intimidation and brutality?
a. the Taliban
b. the Kurds
c. the Palestine Liberation Organization
d. the Judean People's Front

Respuesta :

Answer:

a. the Taliban

Explanation:

The Taliban took over power from the Soviets after the Soviet-Afghan War and officially ruled the country from 1996-2001.  They are considered to be an Islamic Fundamentalist group that is still present in Afghanistan today but are now an insurgent movement.  They have been heavily criticized for their radical religious beliefs that often recur to violence and brutality.