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The big picture: states in an interconnected world

The big picture: states in an interconnected world

Concept map linking the state, sovereignty, globalisation, non-state actors and global governance

A state is a political unit with a defined territory, population, government and the authority to make and enforce laws. Sovereignty is its claim to supreme authority within that territory.

Global Politics key terminology Lesson

  1. A Level
  2. /Politics
  3. /Global Politics key terminology

Step-by-step lessons on Edexcel A Level Politics Global Politics key terminology. Each one builds up to exam-style questions. Start with UK politics and political participation before moving on to the more abstract political ideologies and comparative/international content, which carry the heaviest evaluative demand.

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