Inevitability of war. (Edexcel A-Level Politics): Flashcards
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Theory supporting inevitability of war
Theory supporting inevitability of war
Realist theory
3 themes supporting war inevitability
3 themes supporting war inevitability
Security dilemma, no world govt, relative gains
Security dilemma definition
Security dilemma definition
Uncertainty where states unsure of each other's intentions
Result of one state increasing military power
Result of one state increasing military power
Arms race - others enhance military in response
Cold War arms race example of
Cold War arms race example of
Security dilemma between US and Soviet Union
Anarchic structure meaning
Anarchic structure meaning
No central authority; states rely on own resources
Self-help system primary concern
Self-help system primary concern
State survival
Effect of no world govt on conflict
Effect of no world govt on conflict
No barrier to prevent/resolve conflicts between states
Relative gains concept
Relative gains concept
States concerned with position compared to other states
Zero-sum game in global politics
Zero-sum game in global politics
One state's gains = another's losses; fosters competition
How misinterpretation affects conflict
How misinterpretation affects conflict
Misreading actions as aggressive can lead to conflict
Why defensive strategies may provoke conflict
Why defensive strategies may provoke conflict
Others may perceive defensive actions as threats