Which term is used for a group that believes gun ownership is under threat and advocates armed resistance?

• A. Militias
• B. Mafia
• C. Art theft
• D. Elderly abuse

Answer: (A)

Groups that believe gun ownership is under threat and advocate armed resistance are called militias. These are civilian, often paramilitary-style groups that present themselves as defenders of constitutional rights, particularly the Second Amendment, and argue that government actions threaten those rights. They emphasize preparedness and willingness to resist perceived overreach, rather than operating as official military forces. This concept is distinct from the Mafia, which is a criminal organization focused on illicit profit, and from art theft or elderly abuse, which are unrelated crimes rather than political-leaning advocacy groups.