The anarchical society and society of states theory (Edexcel A-Level Politics): Quizzes

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Informal State Co-operation Based on Norms and Trust
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What do both realists and liberals acknowledge about the international system?

It is anarchic in nature

In realist theory, what do states prioritise in an anarchic international system?

Survival and security

What are realists particularly concerned about when states cooperate?

Relative gains and betrayal

What does the realist security dilemma concept illustrate?

Efforts to increase security may be seen as threats

According to realists, when are international norms often ignored?

When they conflict with national interests

Which three factors do liberals emphasise as fostering cooperation?

Interdependence, institutions, democracy

Who developed the concept of 'complex interdependence'?

Joseph Nye

What three elements comprise Kant's 'Kantian Triangle'?

Democracy, interdependence, institutions

What did Hugo Grotius advocate for to regulate state behaviour?

International law

What does Hedley Bull's 'society of states' concept represent?

Middle ground between liberal & realist thought

According to liberals, why are democratic states less likely to go to war with each other?

They are more transparent and accountable

How do realists characterise informal cooperation between states?

Temporary and driven by strategic needs

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