Security and Conflict: Causes, Dynamics, and Resolution

Question 1

Asymmetric warfare primarily involves:

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Non-state actors

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States with similar military capabilities

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Conventional tactics and weaponry

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Decisive victories for both sides

Question 2

Which of the following is considered a core principle in conflict resolution?

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Addressing the root causes of the conflict

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Imposing sanctions on the conflicting parties

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Using military force to separate combatants

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Providing humanitarian aid to civilians

Question 3

What is the key distinction between absolute and relative deprivation?

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Absolute deprivation focuses on individual experiences, while relative deprivation compares individuals to others

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Relative deprivation focuses on individual experiences, while absolute deprivation compares individuals to others

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Absolute deprivation is caused by external factors, while relative deprivation is caused by internal factors

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Relative deprivation is caused by external factors, while absolute deprivation is caused by internal factors

Question 4

What is a characteristic of asymmetric warfare?

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Emphasis on unconventional tactics

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Engagement of non-state actors

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Exploitation of technological advancements

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Large-scale military confrontations

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a key factor contributing to international conflict within realist theory?

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Cultural diversity

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Economic inequality

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Environmental degradation

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Power imbalances

Question 6

According to the 'realist' perspective in International Relations, what is the main priority of states?

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National interest

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Ideology

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International law

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Moral obligations

Question 7

Which international organisation is tasked with preserving global peace and security?

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United Nations

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NATO

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European Union

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World Bank

Question 8

What does the concept of 'human security' encompass?

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Both B and C

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Safeguarding individuals from armed conflict

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Ensuring freedom from fear and deprivation

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Advancing human rights and economic well-being

Question 9

Which definition accurately captures the term 'terrorism'?

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The use of violence against non-combatants to achieve political objectives

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The systematic use of violence to intimidate and coerce a population

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The use of military force to overthrow a government

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The utilization of propaganda to spread false information

Question 10

Which concept in nuclear strategy involves threatening the use of nuclear weapons to prevent an attack?

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Nuclear deterrence

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Nuclear disarmament

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Nuclear non-proliferation

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Nuclear warhead reduction

Question 11

Which global organization is primarily responsible for upholding international peace and security?

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United Nations

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European Union

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North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)

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International Criminal Court

Question 12

According to the 'just war' theory in international relations, which principle applies to the use of force?

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Warfare must adhere to ethical and moral principles

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Warfare is always justified to safeguard national interests

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Force should only be used as a last resort

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War is an unavoidable aspect of international politics

Question 13

Which core aspect is emphasized in the Responsibility to Protect (R2P) principle?

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Obligation of states to safeguard their populations from severe human rights violations

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Right of states to intervene in other states to prevent atrocities

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Establishment of an international force to counter atrocities

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Creation of a criminal court to prosecute perpetrators

Question 14

Which term describes a conflict between opponents with significantly different military capabilities?

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Asymmetric conflict

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Intra-state conflict

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Inter-state conflict

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Cyber warfare

Question 15

Which statement most accurately describes the relationship between poverty and terrorism?

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Poverty contributes to conditions that can lead to terrorism.

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Poverty is the only cause of terrorism.

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Terrorism is never justified, regardless of poverty levels.

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Terrorism is mainly a political tool used by the wealthy and powerful.

Question 16

Which of the following is a major concern associated with nuclear proliferation?

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Increased risk of nuclear war

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Reduced likelihood of conventional warfare

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Enhanced deterrence stability

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Economic growth and development

Question 17

The concept of 'peacebuilding' primarily refers to:

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Creating long-term conditions for sustainable peace and stability

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Stopping ongoing armed conflicts

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Imposing peace agreements on warring parties

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Providing humanitarian assistance during or after conflicts

Question 18

Which of the following organizations holds the primary responsibility for maintaining international peace and security?

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United Nations (UN)

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International Monetary Fund (IMF)

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World Health Organization (WHO)

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European Union (EU)

Question 19

The Cold War era was characterized by:

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Indirect political, economic, and ideological rivalry

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Direct military confrontations between the superpowers

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Close cooperation and alliance

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Economic prosperity

Question 20

The concept of 'relative deprivation' refers to individuals or groups who perceive themselves to be:

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Worse off than others in their society

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Better off than others in their society

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Equal to others in their society

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Isolated and alone

Question 21

The concept of 'securitization' refers to the process of:

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Transforming an issue or topic into a matter of national or international security

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Solving security problems

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Monitoring and assessing security risks

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Legitimizing the use of force

Question 22

In assessing the ethical justification for humanitarian interventions, which principle should be prioritized?

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Protecting civilians from imminent or ongoing harm

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Effectiveness in achieving intended objectives

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Legal authorization from international organizations

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Minimizing potential negative consequences

Question 23

Which of the following is NOT a commonly cited root cause of international conflict?

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Environmental conservation

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Economic inequalities

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Political grievances

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Cultural diversity

Question 24

According to realist thought, what is the primary driving force behind international relations?

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Pursuit of national interest

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Economic interdependence

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Global cooperation

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Moral principles

Question 25

Which of the following best describes a defining characteristic of terrorism?

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Indiscriminate targeting of civilians as a tactic

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Use of violence primarily for financial gain

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State-sponsored sponsorship as a means of achieving political objectives

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Limited geographical or ideological scope and impact

Question 26

What is the primary objective of nuclear non-proliferation?

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Preventing the spread of nuclear weapons to additional states

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Reducing the number of nuclear weapons in the world

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Promoting peaceful uses of nuclear energy

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Establishing a global nuclear-free zone

Question 27

Which of the following is NOT a key aspect of conflict resolution?

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Military intervention

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Negotiation

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Mediation

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Compromise

Question 28

What is the primary purpose of the United Nations Security Council?

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Maintaining international peace and security

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Promoting global economic development

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Protecting and defending human rights

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Resolving international disputes through diplomatic means

Question 29

Which of the following is a key component of soft power?

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Diplomacy

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Economic sanctions

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Military force

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Cyber attacks

Question 30

What is the primary goal of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)?

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Collective security against external threats

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Maintaining regional stability

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Promoting democracy and human rights

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Fostering economic cooperation between member states

Question 31

What is the main objective of nuclear non-proliferation?

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Limiting the spread of nuclear weapons

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Reducing existing nuclear stockpiles

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Encouraging peaceful uses of nuclear energy

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Promoting international disarmament

Question 32

According to the balance of power theory, states strive to:

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Enhance their national security

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Maximize their economic power

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Promote global cooperation

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Disarm their military forces

Question 33

A key characteristic of terrorism is the:

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Intentional use of violence to achieve political objectives

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Targeting of civilians for indiscriminate attacks

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Deployment of conventional military weapons

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State-sponsored and sanctioned actions

Question 34

The primary aim of nuclear non-proliferation efforts is to:

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Prevent the acquisition of nuclear weapons by new states

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Reduce the number of existing nuclear weapons

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Develop new nuclear technologies

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Enhance nuclear deterrence capabilities

Question 35

A fundamental principle of the Responsibility to Protect (R2P) doctrine states that:

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The international community is responsible for intervening to prevent mass atrocities

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National sovereignty is more important than the prevention of mass atrocities

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States have the exclusive right to protect their citizens

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Military intervention should always be the first response to human rights violations

Question 36

The primary function of the United Nations Security Council is to:

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Maintain international peace and security

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Promote global economic development

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Protect human rights

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Regulate international trade

Question 37

The overarching aim of deterrence theory in international relations is to:

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Prevent war by making it appear less advantageous

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Secure a swift and decisive victory in case of war

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Establish cooperation and trust among nations

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Eliminate all nuclear weapons from the world

Question 38

In the context of international relations, what is the term used to describe the deliberate use of military force by one state against another to achieve specific political objectives?

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War, involving organized armed conflict between states or other entities

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Diplomacy, the art of resolving conflicts through negotiations and peaceful means

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Negotiation, a process of dialogue and bargaining between parties to reach mutually acceptable solutions

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Sanctions, economic or diplomatic measures imposed to pressure a state to change its behavior

Question 39

Which of the following accurately describes terrorism, a complex and often controversial phenomenon in international relations?

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Premeditated violence perpetrated for political purposes, targeting civilians and non-combatants to create fear and intimidation

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Targeted attacks against military personnel and infrastructure, with the aim of weakening a state's security apparatus

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Acts of violence motivated by personal grievances or psychological disorders, without clear political objectives

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Legitimate resistance against oppressive regimes or foreign occupation, employing violence as a means to achieve liberation

Question 40

According to the realist theory of international relations, what is the fundamental driver of conflict?

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Competition for power and resources

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Misperception and miscommunication

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Failed statehood and weak governance

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Cultural and historical factors

Question 41

What is the primary objective of nuclear non-proliferation efforts?

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To prevent the spread of nuclear weapons

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To reduce the number of nuclear weapons in the world

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To promote the peaceful use of nuclear energy

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To eliminate all nuclear weapons

Question 42

What is a crucial element of successful conflict resolution?

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Dialogue and negotiation

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Military intervention

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Economic sanctions

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Unilateral action

Question 43

Identify the factor that is NOT considered a key contributor to international conflict.

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Technological advancements

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Clash of interests between nation-states

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Economic inequality

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Historical animosities

Question 44

Which of the following is NOT a key factor contributing to international conflict?

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Economic cooperation

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Competition for resources

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Ideological differences

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Territorial disputes

Question 45

What is the significance of the 'Responsibility to Protect' doctrine?

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It establishes the international community's obligation to intervene in cases of mass atrocities

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It prohibits the use of military force for humanitarian purposes

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It promotes dialogue and cooperation between states

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It limits the use of sanctions for humanitarian purposes

Question 46

What is a key difference between a 'hot war' and a 'cold war'?

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Active military hostilities

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Proxy and indirect conflicts

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Ideological rivalry

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Nuclear weapons proliferation

Question 47

The concept of 'securitization' refers to:

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The process of identifying an issue as a threat to national security.

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The military response to an international crisis.

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The use of force to resolve conflict.

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The negotiation of diplomatic agreements.

Question 48

In the context of international relations, the concept of 'balance of power' refers to:

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A distribution of power that prevents any one state from dominating others.

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The ability of a state to project military force around the world.

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The use of economic sanctions to coerce other states.

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The creation of alliances and partnerships to maintain stability.

Question 49

The concept of 'soft power' in international relations refers to:

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The ability to influence the behavior of other states through cultural and economic means.

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The use of military force to achieve foreign policy goals.

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The use of diplomatic negotiations to resolve conflict.

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The creation of international institutions to promote cooperation.

Question 50

Which of the following is a key factor in the spread of nuclear weapons?

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Technological advancements

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Economic sanctions

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Diplomatic pressure

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Nuclear proliferation treaties

Question 51

Which of the following is NOT considered a significant contributing factor to international conflicts?

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Cultural homogenization

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Economic disparities

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Territorial disputes

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Climate change

Question 52

According to the concept of 'relative deprivation,' conflict arises when:

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Groups perceive themselves as disadvantaged compared to others

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Basic human rights are systematically violated

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Political leaders deliberately incite public grievances

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External actors intervene to exploit tensions

Question 53

In the 'realist' perspective of International Relations, the primary objective of states is to:

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Safeguard national security and accumulate power

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Foster international cooperation and interdependence

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Establish a global authority founded on democratic ideals

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Prioritize human rights and social equity