Types of States in Political Science

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What is the central theme of the social-contract theory?

The role of a sovereign power in providing security to citizens

The importance of individual freedom in a stateless society

The idea of citizens' obligation to respect and obey the state

The necessity of state power to maintain order and stability (correct)

Which philosopher described the 'state of nature' as 'solitary, poor, nasty, brutish and short'?

John Locke

Immanuel Kant

Thomas Hobbes (correct)

Jean Jacques Rousseau

In the context of state power, what does the social contract oblige citizens to do?

Act against the state's interests

Respect and obey the state (correct)

Seek power to dominate others

Challenge the concept of sovereignty

Which theory views the state as representing diverse interests and power centers in society?

Pluralist state Signup and view all the answers

What motivates individuals to enter into a social contract?

Need for order and stability Signup and view all the answers

Which theory emphasizes the necessity of a sovereign power to secure security and order for citizens?

Social-contract theory Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the state in the Minimal states perspective?

Providing a framework of peace and social order Signup and view all the answers

According to the Developmental state perspective, what is the purpose of state intervention in economic life?

Promoting industrial growth and economic development Signup and view all the answers

In Social-democratic states, what drives the state's intervention in society?

Bringing about social restructuring based on principles like fairness and social justice Signup and view all the answers

How does a Collectivized state differ from a Totalitarian state?

Collectivized states control economic life, while Totalitarian states have influence over all aspects of human existence Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of Religious states according to the provided text?

Rejecting state control over religion Signup and view all the answers

According to the information given, what defines the Totalitarian state?

State influence extending to every aspect of human existence Signup and view all the answers

What concept does Locke refer to by guaranteeing the right to 'life, liberty, and property'?

State as an instrument of domination Signup and view all the answers

According to Marxism, the state cannot be understood separately from which aspect of society?

Economic structure Signup and view all the answers

What does the pluralist view suggest about the state's role in society?

An impartial umpire or arbiter Signup and view all the answers

In a capitalist state, who typically belongs to the bourgeoisie?

Ruling class, owner of means of production Signup and view all the answers

Which term best describes the Leviathan state's intentions?

Expansion and aggrandizement Signup and view all the answers

According to liberal feminism, what can the state be utilized for in addressing societal issues?

'Arbiting' gender inequalities Signup and view all the answers