Political Geography: Master the Earth's Political Landscape

Question 1

The process of dividing the Earth's surface into distinct political units is known as:

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Territorialization

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Boundary delimitation

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State formation

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Geopolitics

Question 2

The theory that suggests states strive to expand their territory and influence is known as:

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Realism

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Liberalism

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Constructivism

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Marxism

Question 3

Which of the following is a characteristic of a federal state?

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Shared sovereignty between central and regional governments

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Centralized government

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Unitary constitution

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Weak regional governments

Question 4

The study of how power and politics shape the distribution of resources and opportunities is known as:

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Political economy

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Political ecology

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Geopolitics

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Political geography

Question 5

Which type of boundary frequently coincides with historical or cultural divisions, potentially leading to social and political tensions?

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Cultural boundary

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Physical boundary

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Geometric boundary

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental characteristic of a nation-state?

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A significant economic surplus

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A defined territory

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A government with exclusive authority within its borders

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A shared language and culture

Question 7

What is the primary purpose of establishing political boundaries?

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To delineate the territorial extent of political units

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To restrict the movement of people and goods

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To create physical barriers

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To mark cultural or linguistic differences

Question 8

What is the concept of sovereignty most accurately defined as?

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The ultimate authority of a state over its territory and affairs

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The right to govern a specific territory

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The ability to make and enforce laws

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The power to control military forces

Question 9

What is the distinction between a de jure and a de facto boundary?

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A de jure boundary is legally recognized, while a de facto boundary is not.

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A de jure boundary is permanent, while a de facto boundary is temporary.

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A de jure boundary is based on physical features, while a de facto boundary is based on political agreements.

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A de jure boundary requires the consent of both parties, while a de facto boundary does not.

Question 10

Which of the following is an example of a centrifugal force in politics?

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Nationalism

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Federalism

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Centralization

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Devolution

Question 11

The term used to describe the physical extent of a state's jurisdiction and control is:

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Territory

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Sovereignty

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Boundary

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Jurisdiction

Question 12

According to which theory of state formation do states emerge through the conquest and domination of one group over others?

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Conquest theory

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Social contract theory

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Divine right theory

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Organic theory

Question 13

A boundary that is established by mutual agreement between two states, typically marked by a clear line, is known as a:

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Demarcated boundary

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Natural boundary

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Artificial boundary

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Disputed boundary

Question 14

Which of the following is an example of a unitary state, where power is concentrated in a single central government?

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United Kingdom

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United States of America

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Federal Republic of Germany

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Switzerland

Question 15

The international organization primarily responsible for maintaining global peace and security is the:

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United Nations

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European Union

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North Atlantic Treaty Organization

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World Trade Organization

Question 16

An example of a supranational organization, which has powers that extend beyond the authority of its member states, is the:

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European Union

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Commonwealth of Nations

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Association of Southeast Asian Nations

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United Nations

Question 17

The term used to describe the process by which a state seeks to increase its power and influence on a global scale is:

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Imperialism

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Colonialism

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Globalization

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Nationalism

Question 18

Which of the following is a characteristic of a democratic political system?

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Government based on the consent of the governed

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Concentration of power in a single individual or party

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Suppression of individual freedoms

Question 19

The political system characterized by a government representing the will of the people is known as:

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Democracy

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Authoritarianism

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Totalitarianism

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Monarchy

Question 20

Which of the following is a feature of a unipolar world order?

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Dominance of a single superpower

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Balance of power between multiple states

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Regionalization of power

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Global interdependence

Question 21

The field that explores the relationship between human activity and the physical environment is known as:

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Human geography

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Political geography

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Physical geography

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Environmental science

Question 22

In regions affected by political conflict, what poses a major obstacle to the effective management of environmental resources?

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Limited cooperation between opposing parties

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Insufficient natural resources

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Absence of cutting-edge environmental technologies

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Insufficient public awareness of environmental concerns

Question 23

Which concept is NOT a central theme in the study of Political Geography?

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Physical landforms

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Distribution of power

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Boundaries between states

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Political ideology

Question 24

The fundamental principle stating that states have the exclusive right to govern their own affairs without external interference is called:

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Sovereignty

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Self-determination

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Autonomy

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Independence

Question 25

The term 'geopolitics' refers to:

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The interplay between geography and politics

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The study of military strategy

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The analysis of global power dynamics

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The impact of physical geography on political decisions

Question 26

Which of the following is NOT a key characteristic of a nation-state?

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Lack of internal political divisions

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Defined territory

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Sovereign government

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Shared culture

Question 27

Which of the following countries is widely considered to be a 'failed state' due to its lack of effective government and widespread lawlessness?

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Somalia

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United States

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United Kingdom

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China

Question 28

The boundary that separates two states with different political and economic systems is referred to as an:

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Ideological boundary

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Physical boundary

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Cultural boundary

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Economic boundary

Question 29

The process by which a state grants greater autonomy to a region or group within its territory is known as:

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Devolution

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Centralisation

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Federalism

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Confederation

Question 30

Which of the following is NOT a factor that can contribute to political instability within a state?

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Strong, effective leadership

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Economic inequality

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Ethnic conflict

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Weak institutions

Question 31

In the context of international relations, 'soft power' refers to the ability of a country to influence others through:

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Cultural appeal

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Military strength

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Economic influence

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Diplomatic pressure

Question 32

Which of these is NOT a core concept in political geography?

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Environmental sustainability

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State sovereignty

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Territorial boundaries

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Geopolitics

Question 33

Which of the following is NOT a defining characteristic of a nation-state?

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Monarchy as the sole form of government

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Defined territory

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Sovereign government

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Shared language and culture

Question 34

What is the term for a political boundary that divides two states and follows the center line of a river?

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Thalweg

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Enclave

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Exclave

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Salient

Question 35

Which of the following is an example of a force that can lead to political fragmentation?

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Nationalism

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Federalism

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Unitarism

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Devolution

Question 36

Which of the following is an example of a unitary state?

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United Kingdom

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United States

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Canada

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Switzerland

Question 37

Which of the following is NOT a defining characteristic of a nation-state?

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Shared religious beliefs for all citizens

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Government with coercive power

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Sovereignty over a defined territory

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Common culture and identity

Question 38

Globalization has had many effects on political geography. Which is NOT a consequence of globalization?

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Increased isolationism among nations

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Greater interdependence between countries

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Spread of democratic values

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Growth of international organizations

Question 39

Political geography uses concepts and theories from which of the following?

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Geography, political science, and history

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Geography and economics

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History and anthropology

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Political science and sociology

Question 40

What is NOT a factor that contributes to 'political risk', or potential instability and change affecting business?

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Positive economic conditions

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Political corruption

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Government instability

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Social unrest

Question 41

Which of the following is NOT a defining characteristic of a nation-state?

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A collection of nomadic tribes

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A sovereign government

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A population with a shared culture

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A defined territory with recognized borders

Question 42

The process by which a region becomes more politically and economically integrated is known as:

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Regionalization

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Federalization

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Globalization, which focuses on the interconnectedness and interdependence of the world's economies, cultures, and populations

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Devolution

Question 43

Which type of boundary is defined by natural features such as rivers, mountains, or deserts?

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Natural boundary

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Cultural boundary

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Geometric boundary

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Artificial boundary

Question 44

The principle that states have the authority to make decisions and take actions without interference from external powers is known as:

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Sovereignty

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Autonomy, which refers to the self-governance of a region within a larger political unit

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Independence

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Self-determination

Question 45

The process by which a group of states cooperate to achieve shared objectives is known as:

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International cooperation

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Globalization, which emphasizes the interconnectedness of the world, not solely the cooperation between states

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Interdependence, which describes the mutual reliance of different states or regions on each other

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Regionalization

Question 46

Which of the following is a prominent political ideology?

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Liberalism

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Sociology, which is a social science, not a political ideology

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Geography, which is an academic discipline, not a political ideology

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Economics, which is a social science, not a political ideology, although it does influence political thought

Question 47

The discipline that examines the relationship between politics and the physical environment is referred to as:

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Political ecology

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Geopolitics, which focuses on the influence of geography on political power, not the environment

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Human geography, which focuses on the relationship between humans and their environment, but not specifically the political aspects

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Environmental studies, which is a broader field encompassing the study of the environment