HIST 150 Chapter Notes - Chapter 3: Industrial Revolution
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Various laws govern the ways states conduct their international affairs. A state is a political unit with a given territory. Must include a defined territory, a permanent population, and a form of govt. Sovereign states maintain order, tax their citizens, and are recognized internationally. People born within a state"s boundaries are usually considered citizens. A nation is a cultural identity eg. the native indians in canada, palestinians, etc. A nation-state implies that each state consists of one nation. Members of a nation share a sense of loyalty and psychological attachment. In a modern sense, nationalism is seen as the pursuit of autonomy or sovereignty. Has been used to justify protectionism, imperialism, and rebellions. 1960 un decided that forcefully colonizing another country was wrong. The issue is not colonies wanting independence, but groups wanting to secede. Nationalism is not the same as regionalism feeling loyalty within an area. Important aspect in countries like canada, uk, and other large areas.
