IR chapter 1

38 Questions

Which topic is the focus of the chapter 'Why Study IR'?

The practical reality of international relations in everyday lives

What is the aim of the chapter 'Why Study IR'?

To emphasize the practical reality of international relations in everyday lives

What does the chapter 'Why Study IR' connect with the academic study of international relations?

Core historical subject matter of IR

What is discussed as one of the main topics in the chapter 'Why Study IR'?

The historical evolution of the state system and world economy in brief outline

Which academic disciplines are involved in the interdisciplinary study of International Relations?

Political science, history, economics, public international law

What historical roots does International Relations have?

Ancient Chinese philosopher Sun Tzu and Greek historian Thucydides

How many sovereign states are currently part of the international state system?

Almost 200

What is the main focus of International Relations?

The nature and consequences of international relations

Who first formulated the idea of maintaining a balance in interstate relations?

Lorenzo de' Medici

What is the study of International Relations focused on organizing?

Political life on Earth through international relations

Which of the following is a fundamental reason for having states?

Ensuring basic social values

What does the text suggest about the relationship between war and freedom?

War threatens freedom, while peace fosters it

In the context of international relations, what does NATO represent?

An alliance for increasing national security

What is the realist approach to the study of world politics based on?

Assuming states compete as armed rivals and periodically go to war

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as one of the five basic social values that states are expected to uphold?

Equality

Why are armed forces considered a necessity for states?

To coexist and deal with other states without intimidation or subjugation

What does history suggest about maintaining a balance of power among states?

It is necessary for preventing any great power from achieving hegemonic dominance

What is the role of states in ensuring security?

Providing security by protecting individual citizens and the people as a whole

Which statement about freedom is supported by the text?

Freedom is a fundamental reason for having states and putting up with their burdens

What is the significance of Europe's state system mentioned in the text?

It was the first global state system in history

What does the text suggest about war and its impact on established institutions?

War can sometimes lead to progress but usually destroys established institutions

How does the text portray the role of states in dealing with each other?

By coexisting and dealing with each other without intimidation or subjugation

Which of the following is a fundamental value in international relations?

Equality

What principle is at the core of international law according to the text?

Pacta sunt servanda (agreements must be kept)

Which theory of international relations assumes a world of cooperating states maintaining peace?

Liberal theories

What is a significant feature of the contemporary state system according to the text?

Economic interdependence

Which value is NOT mentioned in the text as crucial in international relations?

Sustainability

What does International Society theories of IR assume about actors in the world?

Actors preserving international order and justice

When do people become aware of values in international relations according to the text?

During wars, depressions, and pandemics

What was the primary lesson learned from the First World War according to the text?

The need for legal institutions to prevent great-power war

What was the purpose of establishing the League of Nations after the First World War?

To create effective legal institutions for international relations

What did the Second World War underscore according to the text?

The importance of preventing great power domination

What did the Great Depression highlight according to the text?

The interconnectedness of economies and potential for global economic instability

What did the COVID-19 pandemic emphasize according to the text?

The interconnectedness of global health and potential for widespread disruption

What poses a major threat to international relations and global stability according to the text?

Climate change

'Traditional IR theories tend to view which institution as valuable core institution of modern life?' What is the answer?

The state system

'When states fail to uphold basic values, what can the international system foster?' What is the answer according to the text?

Human suffering and questions about its legitimacy

'IR encompasses various theories including Realism, Liberalism, and International Society. What is also included?' What is the answer according to the text?

IPE and Social Constructivism

Study Notes

International relations are based on fundamental values including peace, progressive change, order, justice, and population's socioeconomic welfare.
Liberal theories of IR assume a world of cooperating states maintaining peace and pursuing progressive change.
Order and justice are upheld through international law, diplomacy, and international organizations.
Pacta sunt servanda (agreements must be kept) is a principle at the core of international law.
States are expected to uphold human rights, with an extensive international legal framework for civil, political, social, and economic rights.
International Society theories of IR assume a world of socially responsible actors preserving international order and justice.
Economic interdependence is a significant feature of the contemporary state system, increasing overall freedom and wealth for some but promoting inequality for others.
Wealth and welfare, as well as security, freedom, order, and justice, are crucial values in international relations.
People become aware of these values when they are threatened or disrupted, such as during wars, depressions, pandemics, or economic crises.
Significant moments of heightened awareness of these values include the challenges faced during the twentieth century.
The First World War demonstrated the devastating consequences of great-power war and the need for legal institutions to prevent it.
The League of Nations, established after the First World War, was an early attempt to create effective legal institutions for international relations.
The Second World War underscored the importance of preventing great power domination and the dangers of appeasement.
The Great Depression highlighted the interconnectedness of economies and the potential for global economic instability.
The oil crises of the 1970s and 2008-2009 underscored the impact of global economic events on individual livelihoods and national economies.
The COVID-19 pandemic emphasized the interconnectedness of global health and the potential for widespread disruption.
Climate change poses a major threat to international relations and global stability.
The assumption that life inside properly organized and well-managed states is better than outside or without states holds when core values are maintained.
Traditional IR theories tend to view the state system as a valuable core institution of modern life.
When states fail to uphold basic values, the international system can foster human suffering and raise questions about its legitimacy.
IR encompasses various theories, including Realism, Liberalism, International Society, IPE, Social Constructivism, and Post-positivism.
Studying IR is important to understand the various ways international relations can impact quality of life around the world.

Explore the foundational concepts and perspectives in the study of international relations, focusing on the global state system and its territorial nature. Gain insights into the scholarly perspectives that shape our understanding of the world of states.

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