Categorizing Power in Political Science

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Who is considered the 'father' of 'political geography'?

Johan Rudolf Kjellén

Friedrich Ratzel (correct)

What concept is Friedrich Ratzel known for inventing?

Cultural geopolitics

Empire science

Territory morality

Biological living space (correct)

How does Friedrich Ratzel view nations according to geopolitics?

As social organizations

As living organisms (correct)

As cultural artifacts

As political entities only

What is the primary focus of Friedrich Ratzel's work in geopolitics?

State construction and borders Signup and view all the answers

What was the original aim of geopolitics according to Johan Rudolf Kjellén?

To analyze the State as a geographical organism Signup and view all the answers

According to Halford Mackinder, which region corresponds to the 'Heartland' in his theory of global power dynamics?

Central Europe to Western Siberia Signup and view all the answers

How did Friedrich Ratzel and Rudolf Kjellén relate state politics to geographic data?

By analyzing the impact of geographical factors on politics Signup and view all the answers

What was the title of Harold John Mackinder's communication that introduced the concept of the 'Geographical Pivot of History'?

The Geographical Pivot of History Signup and view all the answers

According to Halford Mackinder, what role do physical configurations and locations play in the evolution of power balance among nations?

They are decisive Signup and view all the answers

Who was the American naval strategist and historian who emphasized the importance of 'mastery of the seas' in global trade?

Alfred Tayer Mahan Signup and view all the answers

Which regions did Mackinder contrast with the 'Heartland' in his theory of global power dynamics?

Americas to sub-Saharan Africa, then to Australia and South-East Asia Signup and view all the answers

What did Alfred Tayer Mahan believe about the use of force in interstate relations?

'Mastery of the seas' justifies the use of force Signup and view all the answers

What drives B's behavior in the case of authority according to the text?

Obligation Signup and view all the answers

Which type of power is based on economic capabilities or diplomatic and military capabilities?

Hard power Signup and view all the answers

How does Joseph Nye define power in the text?

Ability to get desired outcomes Signup and view all the answers

What does Hard power involve in international political relations?

Coercive approach with military and economic means Signup and view all the answers

How does Joseph Nye describe Hard Power?

The ability to make others follow your will through economic and military means Signup and view all the answers

What are examples of how states can apply Hard Power?

Using coercive diplomacy and military interventions Signup and view all the answers

What are the major dimensions of everyday life that globalisation infuses?

Economics, politics, culture, ideology, environment Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the forms of globalization mentioned?

Economical globalization Signup and view all the answers

What does globalization involve?

Intensification and acceleration of social exchanges and activities Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe the impact of globalization?

Generation of transcontinental or interregional flows and networks of activity Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is NOT involved in the transformation due to globalization?

Height Signup and view all the answers

In what way does globalization affect the spatial organization of social relations and transactions?

Transformation in terms of extensity, intensity, velocity, and impact Signup and view all the answers

According to Joseph Nye, what are the three main sources of soft power?

Culture, political values, public policy Signup and view all the answers

How does Joseph Nye define soft power?

The capacity to attract and emulate that a country can benefit from Signup and view all the answers

In the context of soft power, what does 'culture' refer to?

Cultural values, traditions, and practices of a nation Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes soft power from hard power?

Soft power uses non-violent means like culture and persuasion, while hard power uses military force Signup and view all the answers

What does Joseph Nye suggest is the role of culture in the concept of soft power?

Culture is a powerful lever of soft power Signup and view all the answers

How does Joseph Nye describe the exercise of soft power?

Using unconventional, non-violent means like rhetoric and discourse to shape others' preferences Signup and view all the answers