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The term ______ is used interchangeably with the term 'state' in the study of politics.
The term ______ is used interchangeably with the term 'state' in the study of politics.
nation
A ______ is defined as a community of people with shared identity based on factors such as culture, language, or history.
A ______ is defined as a community of people with shared identity based on factors such as culture, language, or history.
nation
Benedict Anderson described nations as 'imagined political communities' in ______.
Benedict Anderson described nations as 'imagined political communities' in ______.
1983
Kurdistan is an example of a ______ nation, whose territory is divided across multiple states.
Kurdistan is an example of a ______ nation, whose territory is divided across multiple states.
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A state is characterized by a permanent ______, defined territory, a distinct government, and recognized sovereignty.
A state is characterized by a permanent ______, defined territory, a distinct government, and recognized sovereignty.
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States are traditionally considered the central ______ in global politics.
States are traditionally considered the central ______ in global politics.
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In Australia, the states of Victoria, Tasmania, and Queensland are examples of ______ within a broader nation-state.
In Australia, the states of Victoria, Tasmania, and Queensland are examples of ______ within a broader nation-state.
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Canada and Indonesia are divided into 'provinces', while France has 'administrative regions', which are similar to the concept of ______ in other parts of the world.
Canada and Indonesia are divided into 'provinces', while France has 'administrative regions', which are similar to the concept of ______ in other parts of the world.
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A ______ is a distinct part of the world that may be a state, a nation, or another political entity.
A ______ is a distinct part of the world that may be a state, a nation, or another political entity.
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States like Australia are ______ , meaning they have a diverse mix of cultures.
States like Australia are ______ , meaning they have a diverse mix of cultures.
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The Commonwealth of Australia is a ______ made up of six states.
The Commonwealth of Australia is a ______ made up of six states.
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A ______ is a state with a culturally homogenous population.
A ______ is a state with a culturally homogenous population.
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Each state in Australia has its own ______ and institutions of government.
Each state in Australia has its own ______ and institutions of government.
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The identity of states can be influenced by factors such as culture, ______ , and civic values.
The identity of states can be influenced by factors such as culture, ______ , and civic values.
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The ability of a state to exercise control over a territory is known as ______ .
The ability of a state to exercise control over a territory is known as ______ .
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Before Federation in 1901, each state was administered as a British ______.
Before Federation in 1901, each state was administered as a British ______.
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Despite differences in size and power, states are considered equal in a formal and ______ sense.
Despite differences in size and power, states are considered equal in a formal and ______ sense.
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In agreeing to federate, each state allocated a certain set of responsibilities to the ______ government.
In agreeing to federate, each state allocated a certain set of responsibilities to the ______ government.
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The Australian Constitution continues to enforce the divisions of responsibilities between the federal government and the ______.
The Australian Constitution continues to enforce the divisions of responsibilities between the federal government and the ______.
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Countries like New Zealand and the United States are examples of ______ .
Countries like New Zealand and the United States are examples of ______ .
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The concept of ______ refers to a system where the power of the government is limited by individuals' rights and freedoms.
The concept of ______ refers to a system where the power of the government is limited by individuals' rights and freedoms.
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The federal government has adopted a growing share of responsibilities and powers, not just at the expense of the states but also from the ______.
The federal government has adopted a growing share of responsibilities and powers, not just at the expense of the states but also from the ______.
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Income taxes make up around two-thirds of all governments' ______.
Income taxes make up around two-thirds of all governments' ______.
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Many federal government grants to states are 'tied' to particular conditions or programs being administered by the ______.
Many federal government grants to states are 'tied' to particular conditions or programs being administered by the ______.
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Flashcards
Nation
Nation
A community of people with shared identity through culture, language, and history.
State
State
A political community with a permanent population, defined territory, and sovereign government.
Nation-state
Nation-state
A state with a distinct national identity tied to its territory.
Imagined political communities
Imagined political communities
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Stateless nation
Stateless nation
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Characteristics of a state
Characteristics of a state
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Subnational entities
Subnational entities
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International recognition
International recognition
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Federalism
Federalism
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Separation of Powers
Separation of Powers
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Commonwealth of Australia
Commonwealth of Australia
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Impact of Power Dynamics
Impact of Power Dynamics
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Income Tax Evolution
Income Tax Evolution
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Federal Grants
Federal Grants
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Historian John Acton's Quote
Historian John Acton's Quote
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Examples of Federal Systems
Examples of Federal Systems
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Global Politics
Global Politics
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Country
Country
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Sovereignty
Sovereignty
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Criteria for Statehood
Criteria for Statehood
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Liberal Democracy
Liberal Democracy
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Political Systems
Political Systems
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Middle Powers
Middle Powers
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Study Notes
Power and National Political Actors
- Political actors: States, government leaders, institutions of global governance, political parties, media, non-government organizations, corporations, social movements, groups, and individuals.
- Sources of power and legitimacy: Democratic processes, ideology, coercion, economic performance, authority, office, leadership qualities, parliamentary sovereignty, popular sovereignty, economic resources, technological capacity, military capacity, diplomatic capacity, and social/cultural capacity.
- Contested domestic policy issues in Australia: Specific examples of contested issues, details are not explicitly provided in the text, making it impossible to make notes on Australian domestic policy issues.
- Perspectives of Australian political actors: Different political actors have varying views and interests influencing their responses to contested domestic policy issues. Specific examples are not provided and therefore notes cannot be generated from the text.
- Consequences of contested Australian domestic policy issues: The effects of contested policies on political stability, including change and/or consequences. No specific examples are present, making further notes impossible.
Key Concepts
- Power: The ability of political actors to influence, control, or direct outcomes, including the ability to coerce, influence, or direct the behavior of others.
- Legitimacy: The belief that an institution, party, or ruler has the right to exercise power. Legitimacy is based on various factors and subjective, and is dependent on the beliefs of others.
- Authority: The right to exercise power, which may derive from a position, office, law or other source.
- Participation: The involvement of individuals or groups in the political process, including activities such as campaigning, demonstrations, public protests/activism and voting.
- Popular sovereignty: The principle that the ultimate political authority resides in the people.
- Parliamentary sovereignty: The principle that the parliament is the supreme law-making body in a political system, where laws created by this body are superior to other forms of law.
- Federalism: A system of government where power is divided between a central national government and more geographically dispersed subnational governments that administer local jurisdictions.
- Responsible government: The expectation that the executive (government) must be answerable to parliaments, reflecting the idea that government leaders must be accountable for their actions.
- Separation of powers: A system of government where power is divided among three separate branches (legislative, executive, and judicial): each branch has distinct powers and responsibilities.
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Test your knowledge on key terms and concepts in political science. This quiz covers definitions such as state, nation, and the characteristics of political entities as discussed in various contexts. It is designed for students studying political theory and international relations.
