07 - Conflict

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What is a common characteristic of heterogeneous societies?

They are isolated from the influence of other ethnic groups

They are positioned at one end of a spectrum, with homogeneity at the other end (correct)

They exist at the extremes of a spectrum, with no intermediate cases

They are exclusively composed of a single ethnic group

What is a key difference between the civic model and the multi-ethnic model?

One focuses on local governance, while the other focuses on national governance

One is more inclusive, while the other is more exclusive

One is more common in homogeneous societies, while the other is more common in heterogeneous societies

One is based on ethnic identity, while the other is based on civic identity (correct)

According to the Oxford English Dictionary, what does the term 'civic' relate to?

The rights and duties of citizens in a nation-state

The cultural practices of a particular ethnic group

The activities and duties of people in relation to their town, city, or local area (correct)

The actions of a government towards its citizens

Why do heterogeneous states adopt a particular governmental system?

To mitigate the risks of ethnic conflict arising in their societies Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of the civic model of state modelling?

It is viewed as a 'non-exclusionary' model Signup and view all the answers

Who are two proponents of the civic model of state modelling?

Ernest Renan and John Stuart Mill Signup and view all the answers

What type of autonomy is exhibited by regions or provinces having exceptional levels of autonomy, out of sync with other units in a country?

Autonomous Province Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of granting autonomy to ethnic groups?

It satisfies the urge for autonomy and allows for self-governance. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of devolution, what is the role of the centre?

It has minimal but strong power, with key issues reserved for it. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary risk associated with the use of non-territorial autonomy?

Over-fragmentation of the state. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of consociational democracy?

Institutional guarantees for representation of different ethnic groups. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of consociational democracy?

It permits multiple communities to share the same territory. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between territorial and non-territorial autonomy?

Territorial autonomy allows for the formation of separate geographic units, while non-territorial autonomy does not. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the British in the context of the Turkish Cypriots?

They protected and elevated the minority of the British. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary disadvantage of granting autonomy to ethnic groups?

It can lead to the pursuit of more power vis-à-vis the centre. Signup and view all the answers

What is the position of minorities at the provincial level in the context of autonomy?

They have a bare majority, but are thinly spread. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key requirement for a civic model to function effectively?

A high level of state capacity to manage ethnicity Signup and view all the answers

According to Will Kymlicka, what is a limitation of civic nations?

They promote the majority language and culture under the guise of 'ethnocultural neutrality' Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential drawback of the civic model?

It may lead to a diminishment of support for civic values Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of the multi-ethnic model?

It grants a measure of autonomy to ethnic groups Signup and view all the answers

What is a type of multi-ethnic model?

Consociationalism Signup and view all the answers

What is a limitation of the civic model in practice?

It is often incompatible with certain cultural traditions Signup and view all the answers

What is a reason why states may adopt a multi-ethnic model?

Because ethnic divisions are too deeply entrenched to ignore Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of French civic nationalism?

It is often associated with the concept of 'Laïcité' Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of the civic model?

It may result in the ghettoization of ethnic groups Signup and view all the answers

What is a key variable in the effectiveness of the civic model?

The subscription to civic values among the populace Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of implementing a multi-culturalism policy, according to the text?

The promotion of divergence between immigrant groups and the mainstream Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential drawback of the multi-ethnic model, according to Sartori?

It rewards divisions and divisiveness, heightening ethnic tensions Signup and view all the answers

What is a factor that can influence the extent of integration or assimilation of ethnic groups, according to Deutsch?

The socio-economic status of the ethnic group Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential advantage of the multi-ethnic model, according to the text?

It allows for the protection of cultural and religious freedoms Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of implementing a consociational model, according to the text?

A decrease in the fear of 'tyranny of the majority' Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of multi-culturalism, according to the text?

A promotion of cultural and religious freedoms Signup and view all the answers

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