Question

in the philippines, attempted takeovers by communist rebels
were stopped by muslim insurgents.
are still an ongoing problem today.
ended after a democracy was established.
started even before independence.

Explanation:

Communist rebel insurgency in the Philippines originated in the late 1960s, after the country gained independence in 1946. Muslim insurgents focused on their own separatist goals, not stopping communist takeovers. While communist activity has fluctuated, it remains an ongoing security challenge in the Philippines to this day, with active groups and periodic clashes.

Answer:

B. are still an ongoing problem today.