Concept of State and Sovereignty Quiz

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What are the four elements that define a state?

People, territory, government, sovereignty

What is the definition of sovereignty?

The right of a country to govern itself independently

Which event in 1648 established the notion of the nation-state and sovereignty?

Treaty of Westphalia

What does the text suggest about the power of the state with globalization?

<p>It diminishes as other actors gain influence</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the text differentiate between nation and state?

<p>Nation is about shared history and culture, whereas state focuses on borders</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to a group of people who live in a specific place?

<p>Permanent population</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between a state and a nation?

<p>States are territorially bounded sovereign institutions, while nations are territories with shared history and culture.</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Beland (2008), what are the four major sources of collective insecurity placing greater demands on the state?

<p>Spread of Global Disease, Terrorism, Threats to National Identity, Environmental Degradation</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who coined the term 'United Nations Organization (UNO)'?

<p>Franklin D. Roosevelt</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the headquarters of the United Nations located?

<p>New York City, USA</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the UN General Assembly?

<p>To provide a platform for member states to express their views and reach consensus</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the UNO general functions as mentioned in the text?

<p>Healthcare Policies</p> Signup and view all the answers

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