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What is the primary characteristic that defines peace?
What is the primary characteristic that defines peace?
Which of the following is NOT a cause of conflict according to the NGO acronym?
Which of the following is NOT a cause of conflict according to the NGO acronym?
How can ineffective governance contribute to conflict?
How can ineffective governance contribute to conflict?
In the context of conflict, what does the TIGER acronym represent?
In the context of conflict, what does the TIGER acronym represent?
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Which factor can escalate social discontent into conflict?
Which factor can escalate social discontent into conflict?
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What type of conflict involves the use of power and authority?
What type of conflict involves the use of power and authority?
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Which outcome may result when conflict management mechanisms fail?
Which outcome may result when conflict management mechanisms fail?
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What is a potential consequence of controlling scarce resources?
What is a potential consequence of controlling scarce resources?
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What event triggered a power struggle among the elites in Haiti?
What event triggered a power struggle among the elites in Haiti?
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Which conflict primarily represents a clash of ideologies between democracy and communism?
Which conflict primarily represents a clash of ideologies between democracy and communism?
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What is a key characteristic of racial conflict?
What is a key characteristic of racial conflict?
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Which situation exemplifies a territorial conflict?
Which situation exemplifies a territorial conflict?
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What term describes the use of digital technology in modern warfare?
What term describes the use of digital technology in modern warfare?
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Which of the following is considered an example of genocide?
Which of the following is considered an example of genocide?
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What is the primary motivation behind terrorism?
What is the primary motivation behind terrorism?
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Which type of conflict typically involves armed fighting between state and non-state groups?
Which type of conflict typically involves armed fighting between state and non-state groups?
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What is the difference between a war of secession and a war of succession?
What is the difference between a war of secession and a war of succession?
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What typically causes resource-driven conflicts?
What typically causes resource-driven conflicts?
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Which event is known for causing significant damages due to a cyberattack?
Which event is known for causing significant damages due to a cyberattack?
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Which country has experienced state-sanctioned violence primarily targeting religious minorities?
Which country has experienced state-sanctioned violence primarily targeting religious minorities?
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In the context of international conflict, what does 'interstate conflict' involve?
In the context of international conflict, what does 'interstate conflict' involve?
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Study Notes
Peace and Conflict
- Peace is the absence of conflict, characterized by respect for diverse groups (race, religion, opinion, ethnicity).
- Conflict is a struggle over values, scarce status, power, and resources, aiming to neutralize, injure, or eliminate rivals. Not all conflict leads to violence or human rights abuses. Conflict reflects differences and negotiation processes.
- Conflict becomes a problem when management mechanisms fail, leading to violence.
Transfer Goal
- Students will understand how properly resolved conflict leads to peaceful, sustainable societies.
Causes of Conflict
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NGO (Natural Resources, Governance, Opportunities for Development)
- Natural Resource Scarcity: Disputes arise over access, control, and use of natural resources. Control often leads to wealth and power disparities.
- Ineffective Governance: Weak or illegitimate authority, poor service access, high unemployment, and restricted rights lead to disagreements. Policies and programs may not meet diverse needs.
- Limited Opportunities for Development: Poor governance hinders development. Economic inequality fosters social discontent, potentially triggering conflict.
Nature of Conflict
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TIGER (Territorial/Environmental, Ideological, Governance/Authority, Economic, Racial)
- Governance and Authority Conflict: Power struggles over decision-making, economic control, territory, and resource allocation. Examples include the Taliban takeover in Afghanistan and the assassination of President Moise in Haiti.
- Economic Conflict: Competition for market share, trade terms, and production/distribution. Examples include the US-China rivalry.
- Ideological Conflict: Clash of values regarding government, resource distribution, decision-making, and societal roles. Examples include the Cold War (US vs. Russia) and the New People's Army (communist) in the Philippines.
- Racial Conflict: Discrimination based on physical appearance. Examples include the Holocaust and the persecution of Rohingya Muslims.
- Territorial/Environmental Conflict: Disputes over land and water, often stemming from historical claims or resource exploitation. Examples include the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and disputes over the South China Sea. Environmental conflicts arise from differing interests in natural resources.
Types of Conflict
- Interstate Conflict: Disputes between states, ranging from diplomatic tensions to military action. Examples include the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Factors potentially decreasing interstate conflict include nuclear deterrence, economic interdependence, international organizations, and democratic peace theory. Cyberattacks represent a modern form of warfare, as seen in the NotPetya attack.
- Genocide: Intentional killing of a large group with the intent to destroy them. Examples include the Holocaust and potential examples in the Gaza Strip.
- Terrorism: Violence against civilians for political/ideological reasons. Examples include 9/11 and ISIS.
- Intrastate Conflict: Armed fighting within a state, between states and non-state groups or among groups within a single state. Examples include the ongoing conflicts in many areas in the world, which often contribute to a refugee crisis.
- War of Succession: Conflict over leadership succession.
- State-Sanctioned Violence: Government use of force against citizens, often targeting minorities. Example Myanmar.
- Resource-Driven Conflict: Conflicts driven by competition for natural resources. Example South Sudan.
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Description
This quiz explores the concepts of peace and conflict, focusing on their definitions, causes, and the importance of conflict resolution for sustainable societies. Students will learn how various factors contribute to disputes and the significance of effective governance and resource management in fostering peace.
