Characteristics of a Nation State (Edexcel A-Level Politics): Quizzes
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Which convention outlines the fundamental criteria defining a nation-state?
Which convention outlines the fundamental criteria defining a nation-state?
The Montevideo Convention of 1933
Which example illustrates disputes over de facto vs. de jure borders?
Which example illustrates disputes over de facto vs. de jure borders?
The South China Sea disputes
What challenge to effective government did Libya face in 2011?
What challenge to effective government did Libya face in 2011?
Two rival governments operating
Which events demonstrate how governmental changes affect effectiveness assessments?
Which events demonstrate how governmental changes affect effectiveness assessments?
Afghanistan's Taliban takeover & Myanmar coup
What does national identity foster in a nation-state?
What does national identity foster in a nation-state?
Unity & sense of belonging
How can the US challenge the idea of a permanent population?
How can the US challenge the idea of a permanent population?
By revoking citizenship for extended absence
How can EU membership limit a nation's capacity for international relations?
How can EU membership limit a nation's capacity for international relations?
By limiting autonomy in areas like trade
How does China's Belt and Road Initiative affect African states' sovereignty?
How does China's Belt and Road Initiative affect African states' sovereignty?
It influences their foreign policy choices
What does sovereignty mean for a nation-state?
What does sovereignty mean for a nation-state?
Authority over territory without external control
Which example shows violent non-state actors threatening state sovereignty?
Which example shows violent non-state actors threatening state sovereignty?
Syria's prolonged internal conflict
Which non-state actors can bypass state sovereignty through humanitarian interventions?
Which non-state actors can bypass state sovereignty through humanitarian interventions?
The United Nations
What advantage do states have over NGOs regarding economic and military power?
What advantage do states have over NGOs regarding economic and military power?
Defined territory & resources for income