Foundational definitions and concepts for the IBDP Global Politics course, covering the core units of power, sovereignty, legitimacy, and interdependence.
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Sovereignty
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The supreme authority or power of a state to govern itself or another state. In Global Politics, it often refers to the state's ability to exercise exclusive jurisdiction within its borders.
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Legitimacy
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The right to exercise power or the acceptance of authority by the people. A government is considered legitimate if the citizens believe it has the right to rule.
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Hard Power
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The use of military and economic coercion (force or payments) to influence the behavior or interests of other political bodies. It is 'hard' because it relies on tangible resources.
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Soft Power
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The ability to attract and co-opt, rather than coerce, using positive attraction and persuasion to shape the preferences of others. It often relies on culture, political values, and foreign policies.
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Smart Power
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A combination of hard power and soft power strategies. It involves deploying the full spectrum of tools—military, economic, and diplomatic—to achieve strategic goals.
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