Characteristics of a Nation State (Edexcel A-Level Politics): Flashcards
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Montevideo Convention 1933
Montevideo Convention 1933
Outlines fundamental criteria defining a nation-state
Defined territory (nation-state)
Defined territory (nation-state)
Clearly established borders delineating sovereign area
Effective government means
Effective government means
Exercises control, enforces laws, maintains order, conducts foreign relations
National identity purpose
National identity purpose
Fosters unity, legitimises state, reinforces sovereignty
Permanent population requirement
Permanent population requirement
Population residing within defined territory forming citizenry
Capacity to enter relations with states
Capacity to enter relations with states
Ability to engage in diplomatic and trade relations
Sovereignty definition
Sovereignty definition
Ultimate authority over territory & population, free from external control
South China Sea dispute
South China Sea dispute
Several nations claim overlapping territories (border dispute)
Libya 2011 government challenge
Libya 2011 government challenge
Had two rival governments, hard to determine effectiveness
Belt and Road Initiative impact
Belt and Road Initiative impact
China influences African states' foreign policy choices
Three threats to sovereignty
Three threats to sovereignty
Violent conflict, IGOs, economic globalisation
India-Pakistan rivalry over
India-Pakistan rivalry over
Kashmir (competing nation-states)
Syria sovereignty threat
Syria sovereignty threat
Violent non-state actors challenged state control
COVID-19 pandemic sovereignty effect
COVID-19 pandemic sovereignty effect
Allowed states to reassert sovereignty via border controls
UNSC gridlock prevents
UNSC gridlock prevents
UN making fast decisions without P5 members' cooperation