03 the main theories in international relationsfatima d
The document provides an overview of the key theories in International Relations: liberal internationalism, realism, and Marxism. It discusses the origins and assumptions of each theory. Liberal internationalism developed after WWI to explain the causes of the war and promote international cooperation and democracy. However, its failure to prevent WWII led to the rise of realist theories emphasizing state power and self-interest. Realism views the international system as anarchic and states as primarily concerned with survival. Major variants include classical, structural, and offensive realism. Marxist theories examine international politics through the lens of class conflict and economic exploitation between states.
This document outlines three major approaches to studying international relations: traditional approaches of diplomatic history and philosophy, behavioralism, and alternative critical approaches. It discusses the contributions of several philosophers to international relations theories, including Plato, Aristotle, Aquinas, Hobbes, Rousseau, Kant, and how they addressed concepts like the state of nature, social contracts, and ideas for world order. Behavioralism proposes that individuals act in patterned ways that can be empirically tested. Critical approaches like postmodernism and feminism believe there are multiple realities and deconstruct major IR concepts.
Realism is the most dominant school of thought in international relations. It views states as unitary, rational actors concerned with military security above all else. Realists believe human nature is selfish and states are inherently aggressive or obsessed with security. Key realist theorists include Thucydides, Machiavelli, Hobbes, E.H. Carr, and Hans Morgenthau. Realism values maintaining the status quo and is criticized for ignoring non-state actors and other forces like ethics.
International relations theories aim to explain global politics and relations between states. Realism is a prominent theory that views states as rational actors competing for power in an anarchic international system. According to realism, states pursue power to ensure their own security in the absence of a higher authority. The 1648 Treaty of Westphalia established the modern system of sovereign states interacting within this anarchic structure. Realism posits that states will continue seeking to maximize their share of power to survive within this self-help system.
This document provides biographical information on several political philosophers and theorists including Niccolo Machiavelli, Carl von Clausewitz, Hans Morgenthau, and Thomas Hobbes. It outlines their key works and contributions to the development of political realism as a theory of international relations. Machiavelli is described as the "father of modern political theory" while Clausewitz introduced important concepts in his work On War. Morgenthau helped define the principles of political realism and Hobbes wrote Leviathan, which established fundamentals of liberal political thought.
Kenneth Waltz examines theories of international politics and approaches to construct a theory. He discusses reductionist theories that explain outcomes through internal forces and systemic approaches that emphasize how the international system structure shapes state behavior and outcomes. Waltz defines political structures as the arrangement of units within a system and how anarchy and the distribution of capabilities form the international system structure. States act to ensure their survival within the anarchic system.
(1) Realism has three key principles: statism, survival, and self-help. Statism focuses on the state as the main actor with sovereignty. Survival examines whether power is an end in itself or for security. Self-help means states operate in an anarchic system without higher authority.
(2) Realism comes in three forms: classical, structural, and contemporary. Classical realism sees states as self-serving, while structural realism examines how the international system creates a struggle for power. Contemporary realism incorporates domestic factors into states' behavior.
(3) Criticisms of realism question what it means for states to seek power and whether power is a means or end. It is also
This document provides an introduction to liberalism and the liberal internationalism and democratic peace propositions. It outlines some of the key authors and thinkers in liberalism like Kant, Rousseau, Fukuyama and others. It discusses the liberal preconditions for peace, including democracy, free trade, and collective security. It also examines the democratic peace proposition that democracies are less likely to go to war with each other. Finally, it briefly discusses the new international arena and liberalism's role in promoting peace through interdependence today.
03 the main theories in international relationsfatima d
The document provides an overview of the key theories in International Relations: liberal internationalism, realism, and Marxism. It discusses the origins and assumptions of each theory. Liberal internationalism developed after WWI to explain the causes of the war and promote international cooperation and democracy. However, its failure to prevent WWII led to the rise of realist theories emphasizing state power and self-interest. Realism views the international system as anarchic and states as primarily concerned with survival. Major variants include classical, structural, and offensive realism. Marxist theories examine international politics through the lens of class conflict and economic exploitation between states.
This document outlines three major approaches to studying international relations: traditional approaches of diplomatic history and philosophy, behavioralism, and alternative critical approaches. It discusses the contributions of several philosophers to international relations theories, including Plato, Aristotle, Aquinas, Hobbes, Rousseau, Kant, and how they addressed concepts like the state of nature, social contracts, and ideas for world order. Behavioralism proposes that individuals act in patterned ways that can be empirically tested. Critical approaches like postmodernism and feminism believe there are multiple realities and deconstruct major IR concepts.
Realism is the most dominant school of thought in international relations. It views states as unitary, rational actors concerned with military security above all else. Realists believe human nature is selfish and states are inherently aggressive or obsessed with security. Key realist theorists include Thucydides, Machiavelli, Hobbes, E.H. Carr, and Hans Morgenthau. Realism values maintaining the status quo and is criticized for ignoring non-state actors and other forces like ethics.
International relations theories aim to explain global politics and relations between states. Realism is a prominent theory that views states as rational actors competing for power in an anarchic international system. According to realism, states pursue power to ensure their own security in the absence of a higher authority. The 1648 Treaty of Westphalia established the modern system of sovereign states interacting within this anarchic structure. Realism posits that states will continue seeking to maximize their share of power to survive within this self-help system.
This document provides biographical information on several political philosophers and theorists including Niccolo Machiavelli, Carl von Clausewitz, Hans Morgenthau, and Thomas Hobbes. It outlines their key works and contributions to the development of political realism as a theory of international relations. Machiavelli is described as the "father of modern political theory" while Clausewitz introduced important concepts in his work On War. Morgenthau helped define the principles of political realism and Hobbes wrote Leviathan, which established fundamentals of liberal political thought.
Kenneth Waltz examines theories of international politics and approaches to construct a theory. He discusses reductionist theories that explain outcomes through internal forces and systemic approaches that emphasize how the international system structure shapes state behavior and outcomes. Waltz defines political structures as the arrangement of units within a system and how anarchy and the distribution of capabilities form the international system structure. States act to ensure their survival within the anarchic system.
(1) Realism has three key principles: statism, survival, and self-help. Statism focuses on the state as the main actor with sovereignty. Survival examines whether power is an end in itself or for security. Self-help means states operate in an anarchic system without higher authority.
(2) Realism comes in three forms: classical, structural, and contemporary. Classical realism sees states as self-serving, while structural realism examines how the international system creates a struggle for power. Contemporary realism incorporates domestic factors into states' behavior.
(3) Criticisms of realism question what it means for states to seek power and whether power is a means or end. It is also
This document provides an introduction to liberalism and the liberal internationalism and democratic peace propositions. It outlines some of the key authors and thinkers in liberalism like Kant, Rousseau, Fukuyama and others. It discusses the liberal preconditions for peace, including democracy, free trade, and collective security. It also examines the democratic peace proposition that democracies are less likely to go to war with each other. Finally, it briefly discusses the new international arena and liberalism's role in promoting peace through interdependence today.
Realism, liberalism, and constructivism are three major theories of international relations discussed in the document. Realism sees states as rational actors in an anarchic system focused on survival and power. Liberalism also views the system as anarchic but emphasizes cooperation between states that share economic and political interests. Constructivism examines how ideas, norms, and identities shape state interests and behavior, going beyond realism's focus on material factors and liberalism's lack of attention to humanity. The document aims to compare and contrast the three theories while acknowledging their interconnections and differences in explaining international politics.
Liberalism emphasizes the multiplicity of international actors like states, international organizations, and transnational groups. Liberals see states as important actors but not the only ones, and prefer the term "world politics" over "international relations". They view states as battlegrounds for domestic and transnational interests rather than unitary, rational actors. Global civil society refers to voluntary organizations, women's groups, human rights organizations, environmental activists, and chambers of commerce. Liberals believe international cooperation is possible between states and other actors through decisive actions by both state and nonstate groups.
This document provides an overview of various theories of international relations from classical authors like Thucydides and Macchiavelli to modern theories like realism, idealism, and integration/interdependence. It discusses key thinkers and works in each era from the rise of the nation-state system to modern debates around polarity, regimes, political economy, and constructivism. The document concludes by noting the field has evolved in a more faddish way compared to other disciplines, with an increasing gap between scholars focused only on military issues versus a broader range of phenomena.
3 Approaches in International RelationsWai-Kwok Wong
This document discusses three approaches to understanding international relations: realism, idealism, and radicalism. Realism views international politics as a struggle for power between nation-states based on self-interest. Idealism believes cooperation between nation-states and international organizations can promote peace and harmony. Radicalism sees international relations as being defined by conflicts between dominant social classes and nation-states on a global scale. No single approach can perfectly explain the complexity of world politics, and different aspects of each may apply depending on the issue and context.
Realism is a theory of international relations based on the assumption that states act in their own self-interest and pursue power above all else. Key realist scholars include Thucydides, Hobbes, and Morgenthau. Realism sees world politics as an anarchic struggle for power between self-interested states. It assumes human nature is imperfect and states will do what is necessary to achieve their interests and security. There are different types of realism that focus on factors like human nature, the absence of global governance, and domestic variables that influence foreign policy. Core concepts of realism include self-help, relative gains, national interest, security dilemmas, and balance of power.
This document provides an overview of Marxist theories and concepts in international relations. It discusses key aspects of Marxism like historical materialism, division of labor, and world-systems theory. Dependency theory is explained as focusing on the redistribution of resources from poor peripheral countries to wealthy core countries, creating dependency. The document also references several important Marxist theorists and their works, such as Karl Marx, Paul Baran, Paul Sweezy, Andre Gunder Frank, and Immanuel Wallerstein.
Theories of International Relations essayNatasha Alves
This document discusses and compares classical realism and neorealism as international relations theories. It defines the key differences between the two approaches, including that classical realism views power as an end in itself driven by human nature, while neorealism sees power as a means to ensure state survival in an anarchic system. The document uses the 2003 US invasion of Iraq as a case study to illustrate how classical realism and neorealism would explain the motivation for the invasion differently, with classical realism focusing more on individual leaders and neorealism emphasizing structural factors of maintaining a balance of power. Overall, the document argues that while classical realism and neorealism share realist assumptions, there are significant
C3 - Contending Perspectives on International PoliticsFatin Nazihah Aziz
This document outlines five major perspectives in international relations: realism, liberalism, Marxism, feminism, and constructivism. It provides an overview of the key analytical and explanatory components, prescriptive implications, and philosophical roots of each perspective. Realism adopts a pessimistic view of human nature and inevitable conflict. Liberalism is more optimistic about human progress through trade and institutions. Marxism sees world politics defined by class divisions and conflict. Feminism emphasizes the exclusion of women and influence of gender norms. Constructivism argues state behavior is shaped by beliefs rather than objective factors. The document concludes that perspectives provide general frameworks but not specific policy directives, and different perspectives can sometimes arrive at similar answers for different
1. The document discusses the key differences between neorealism and neoliberal institutionalism, also known as liberal institutionalism.
2. Neorealism, as developed by Kenneth Waltz, focuses on international structure defined by anarchy and the distribution of power among states. States are concerned with relative gains and cooperate only when it is in their security interests.
3. Neoliberal institutionalism, developed by Robert Keohane and Joseph Nye, sees institutions as facilitating cooperation by coordinating policy responses, reinforcing reciprocity, and punishing defection. It emphasizes complex interdependence and transnational links between states and non-state actors.
Kenneth N. Waltz was an American political scientist who was a member of the faculty at both the University of California, Berkeley and Columbia University and one of the most prominent scholars in the field of international relations. He was a veteran of both World War II and the Korean War.
Waltz was a founder of neorealism, or structural realism, in international relations theory. Waltz's theories have been extensively debated within the field of international relations. In 1981, Waltz published a monograph arguing that in some cases the proliferation of nuclear weapons could increase the probability of international peace.
Classical realism in International RelationsAdnan Munir
Classical realism views international relations as rooted in human nature and the pursuit of power. Theorists like Thucydides saw states acting to determine others based on their relative power. Machiavelli advised rulers to be cunning and ruthless to ensure their state's survival. Hobbes believed the international system was anarchic and states were in a perpetual state of war due to the human lust for power. Morgenthau also saw the pursuit of power as the driving force behind conflicts between states. Classical realists reject moralist approaches and see national interests defined by the quest for power.
The English School focuses on international society rather than an international system. It believes that despite anarchy, states share norms and values that regulate relations. The English School examines realism, rationalism, and revolutionism, seeking a middle path between realism's pessimism and idealism's optimism. It argues international order is maintained through restraints on force and states respecting one another's sovereignty. The English School traces the development of international society from Europe's expansion to struggles for equal sovereignty and against forms of domination and inequality.
The document discusses the key assumptions and logic of the realist paradigm in international relations. It outlines 10 basic points of realism, including that anarchy exists in the international system, states are sovereign and rational actors, and security requires self-help. It focuses on explaining the structural realist perspective, particularly the assumptions of anarchy, sovereignty, and states as rational unitary actors. Anarchy is significant because in its absence of government, it creates a perpetual state of insecurity similar to a state of nature, requiring states to prioritize self-help and security.
The document provides an overview of realism and idealism in international relations. [1] Realism emphasizes that nation-states are motivated by national interests and pursue power, while idealism stresses peace and cooperation between states. [2] The document outlines the key assumptions and types of realism, and discusses thinkers like Thomas Hobbes and the Peloponnesian War. [3] It also defines idealism as promoting universal ethics, peace, and limiting the use of military force between states.
The document discusses some of the hidden dangers of using Facebook based on an expert's analysis. It outlines 5 main risks: 1) personal information being shared with third parties through applications and connections; 2) privacy settings reverting to less safe defaults with site redesigns; 3) ads potentially containing malware; 4) friends unintentionally exposing personal information; and 5) profile information retention even after deleting accounts. The expert warns that Facebook's business practices sometimes compromise users' privacy for marketing goals.
The document discusses several concepts from realist international relations theory including power, survival, and anarchy. It summarizes views of different theorists such as Thucydides, Machiavelli, Morgenthau, and Waltz. A key point discussed is the idea that in the international system, where there is no overarching authority, states are driven primarily by self-interest and power maximization in their relations with other states.
Realism is an international relations theory that focuses on power and security. It has several core assumptions including that states are the main actors, their primary concern is survival in an anarchic system, and they will use whatever means necessary to ensure their security. There are different strands of realism including classical realism which emphasizes human nature and neo-realism which focuses more on the structure of the international system. Realism is criticized for being too state-centric and for justifying amoral actions in the name of survival. Overall, realism provides a lens for understanding international politics based on power dynamics between self-interested states.
Political Science 7 – International Relations - Power Point #6John Paul Tabakian
This document provides an overview of lecture material from Dr. Tabakian's Political Science 7 course on modern world governments. It covers several topics within international relations theories, including:
- Liberal institutionalism and international regimes, which focus on cooperation through international organizations.
- Collective security, which calls for states to jointly oppose aggression through alliances. However, collective security faces challenges in getting states to commit to defending each other.
- Theories of democratic peace, which argue that democracies are inherently more peaceful than authoritarian states and rarely fight each other. However, critics argue external threats may better explain the peace between democracies.
- Gender theories and feminism within international relations,
Relations among states take place in the absence of a world government. For realists, this means that the international system is anarchical. International relations are best understood by focusing on the distribution of power among states. Despite their formal legal equality, the uneven distribution of power means that the arena of international relations is a form of ‘power politics’. Power is hard to measure; its distribution among states changes over time and there is no consensus among states about how it should be distributed. International relations is therefore a realm of necessity (states must seek power to survive in a competitive environment) and continuity over time. When realists contemplate change in the international system, they focus on changes in the balance of power among states, and tend to discount the possibility of fundamental change in the dynamics of the system itself.
The following key thinkers all subscribe to these basic assumptions in their explorations of the following questions:
(1) What are the main sources of stability and instability in the international system?
(2) What is the actual and preferred balance of power among states?
(3) How should the great powers behave toward one another and toward weaker states?
(4) What are the sources and dynamics of contemporary changes in the balance of power?
Despite some shared assumptions about the nature of international relations, realists are not all of one voice in answering these questions, and it would be wrong to believe that shared assumptions lead to similar conclusions among them. In fact, there is sharp disagreement over the relative merits of particular balances of power (unipolarity, bipolarity and multipolarity). There is also much debate over the causal relationship between states and the international pressures upon them, and the relative importance of different kinds of power in contemporary international relations.
This document provides an overview of a training workshop on soft power.
[PART 1] discusses the history of the concept of soft power, which was coined by Joseph Nye to describe a nation's ability to attract and influence others through culture and values rather than military or economic means.
[PART 2] explores understanding and developing soft power, examining the differences between hard and soft power and how to recognize and leverage soft power tools. Exercises are used to experience both hard and soft power approaches.
[PART 3] discusses how different nations demonstrate soft power and uses Japan as an example of a nation that rebuilt its image through understanding other cultures and meeting consumer desires with popular culture exports like anime, fashion and electronics
Keynote for senior managers of Novartis on how to influence people and strategies ethically and effectively in matrix organisations and networks / collaborations. Includes latest research from social psychology, neuroscience and behavioral economics. June 2011.
Realism, liberalism, and constructivism are three major theories of international relations discussed in the document. Realism sees states as rational actors in an anarchic system focused on survival and power. Liberalism also views the system as anarchic but emphasizes cooperation between states that share economic and political interests. Constructivism examines how ideas, norms, and identities shape state interests and behavior, going beyond realism's focus on material factors and liberalism's lack of attention to humanity. The document aims to compare and contrast the three theories while acknowledging their interconnections and differences in explaining international politics.
Liberalism emphasizes the multiplicity of international actors like states, international organizations, and transnational groups. Liberals see states as important actors but not the only ones, and prefer the term "world politics" over "international relations". They view states as battlegrounds for domestic and transnational interests rather than unitary, rational actors. Global civil society refers to voluntary organizations, women's groups, human rights organizations, environmental activists, and chambers of commerce. Liberals believe international cooperation is possible between states and other actors through decisive actions by both state and nonstate groups.
This document provides an overview of various theories of international relations from classical authors like Thucydides and Macchiavelli to modern theories like realism, idealism, and integration/interdependence. It discusses key thinkers and works in each era from the rise of the nation-state system to modern debates around polarity, regimes, political economy, and constructivism. The document concludes by noting the field has evolved in a more faddish way compared to other disciplines, with an increasing gap between scholars focused only on military issues versus a broader range of phenomena.
3 Approaches in International RelationsWai-Kwok Wong
This document discusses three approaches to understanding international relations: realism, idealism, and radicalism. Realism views international politics as a struggle for power between nation-states based on self-interest. Idealism believes cooperation between nation-states and international organizations can promote peace and harmony. Radicalism sees international relations as being defined by conflicts between dominant social classes and nation-states on a global scale. No single approach can perfectly explain the complexity of world politics, and different aspects of each may apply depending on the issue and context.
Realism is a theory of international relations based on the assumption that states act in their own self-interest and pursue power above all else. Key realist scholars include Thucydides, Hobbes, and Morgenthau. Realism sees world politics as an anarchic struggle for power between self-interested states. It assumes human nature is imperfect and states will do what is necessary to achieve their interests and security. There are different types of realism that focus on factors like human nature, the absence of global governance, and domestic variables that influence foreign policy. Core concepts of realism include self-help, relative gains, national interest, security dilemmas, and balance of power.
This document provides an overview of Marxist theories and concepts in international relations. It discusses key aspects of Marxism like historical materialism, division of labor, and world-systems theory. Dependency theory is explained as focusing on the redistribution of resources from poor peripheral countries to wealthy core countries, creating dependency. The document also references several important Marxist theorists and their works, such as Karl Marx, Paul Baran, Paul Sweezy, Andre Gunder Frank, and Immanuel Wallerstein.
Theories of International Relations essayNatasha Alves
This document discusses and compares classical realism and neorealism as international relations theories. It defines the key differences between the two approaches, including that classical realism views power as an end in itself driven by human nature, while neorealism sees power as a means to ensure state survival in an anarchic system. The document uses the 2003 US invasion of Iraq as a case study to illustrate how classical realism and neorealism would explain the motivation for the invasion differently, with classical realism focusing more on individual leaders and neorealism emphasizing structural factors of maintaining a balance of power. Overall, the document argues that while classical realism and neorealism share realist assumptions, there are significant
C3 - Contending Perspectives on International PoliticsFatin Nazihah Aziz
This document outlines five major perspectives in international relations: realism, liberalism, Marxism, feminism, and constructivism. It provides an overview of the key analytical and explanatory components, prescriptive implications, and philosophical roots of each perspective. Realism adopts a pessimistic view of human nature and inevitable conflict. Liberalism is more optimistic about human progress through trade and institutions. Marxism sees world politics defined by class divisions and conflict. Feminism emphasizes the exclusion of women and influence of gender norms. Constructivism argues state behavior is shaped by beliefs rather than objective factors. The document concludes that perspectives provide general frameworks but not specific policy directives, and different perspectives can sometimes arrive at similar answers for different
1. The document discusses the key differences between neorealism and neoliberal institutionalism, also known as liberal institutionalism.
2. Neorealism, as developed by Kenneth Waltz, focuses on international structure defined by anarchy and the distribution of power among states. States are concerned with relative gains and cooperate only when it is in their security interests.
3. Neoliberal institutionalism, developed by Robert Keohane and Joseph Nye, sees institutions as facilitating cooperation by coordinating policy responses, reinforcing reciprocity, and punishing defection. It emphasizes complex interdependence and transnational links between states and non-state actors.
Kenneth N. Waltz was an American political scientist who was a member of the faculty at both the University of California, Berkeley and Columbia University and one of the most prominent scholars in the field of international relations. He was a veteran of both World War II and the Korean War.
Waltz was a founder of neorealism, or structural realism, in international relations theory. Waltz's theories have been extensively debated within the field of international relations. In 1981, Waltz published a monograph arguing that in some cases the proliferation of nuclear weapons could increase the probability of international peace.
Classical realism in International RelationsAdnan Munir
Classical realism views international relations as rooted in human nature and the pursuit of power. Theorists like Thucydides saw states acting to determine others based on their relative power. Machiavelli advised rulers to be cunning and ruthless to ensure their state's survival. Hobbes believed the international system was anarchic and states were in a perpetual state of war due to the human lust for power. Morgenthau also saw the pursuit of power as the driving force behind conflicts between states. Classical realists reject moralist approaches and see national interests defined by the quest for power.
The English School focuses on international society rather than an international system. It believes that despite anarchy, states share norms and values that regulate relations. The English School examines realism, rationalism, and revolutionism, seeking a middle path between realism's pessimism and idealism's optimism. It argues international order is maintained through restraints on force and states respecting one another's sovereignty. The English School traces the development of international society from Europe's expansion to struggles for equal sovereignty and against forms of domination and inequality.
The document discusses the key assumptions and logic of the realist paradigm in international relations. It outlines 10 basic points of realism, including that anarchy exists in the international system, states are sovereign and rational actors, and security requires self-help. It focuses on explaining the structural realist perspective, particularly the assumptions of anarchy, sovereignty, and states as rational unitary actors. Anarchy is significant because in its absence of government, it creates a perpetual state of insecurity similar to a state of nature, requiring states to prioritize self-help and security.
The document provides an overview of realism and idealism in international relations. [1] Realism emphasizes that nation-states are motivated by national interests and pursue power, while idealism stresses peace and cooperation between states. [2] The document outlines the key assumptions and types of realism, and discusses thinkers like Thomas Hobbes and the Peloponnesian War. [3] It also defines idealism as promoting universal ethics, peace, and limiting the use of military force between states.
The document discusses some of the hidden dangers of using Facebook based on an expert's analysis. It outlines 5 main risks: 1) personal information being shared with third parties through applications and connections; 2) privacy settings reverting to less safe defaults with site redesigns; 3) ads potentially containing malware; 4) friends unintentionally exposing personal information; and 5) profile information retention even after deleting accounts. The expert warns that Facebook's business practices sometimes compromise users' privacy for marketing goals.
The document discusses several concepts from realist international relations theory including power, survival, and anarchy. It summarizes views of different theorists such as Thucydides, Machiavelli, Morgenthau, and Waltz. A key point discussed is the idea that in the international system, where there is no overarching authority, states are driven primarily by self-interest and power maximization in their relations with other states.
Realism is an international relations theory that focuses on power and security. It has several core assumptions including that states are the main actors, their primary concern is survival in an anarchic system, and they will use whatever means necessary to ensure their security. There are different strands of realism including classical realism which emphasizes human nature and neo-realism which focuses more on the structure of the international system. Realism is criticized for being too state-centric and for justifying amoral actions in the name of survival. Overall, realism provides a lens for understanding international politics based on power dynamics between self-interested states.
Political Science 7 – International Relations - Power Point #6John Paul Tabakian
This document provides an overview of lecture material from Dr. Tabakian's Political Science 7 course on modern world governments. It covers several topics within international relations theories, including:
- Liberal institutionalism and international regimes, which focus on cooperation through international organizations.
- Collective security, which calls for states to jointly oppose aggression through alliances. However, collective security faces challenges in getting states to commit to defending each other.
- Theories of democratic peace, which argue that democracies are inherently more peaceful than authoritarian states and rarely fight each other. However, critics argue external threats may better explain the peace between democracies.
- Gender theories and feminism within international relations,
Relations among states take place in the absence of a world government. For realists, this means that the international system is anarchical. International relations are best understood by focusing on the distribution of power among states. Despite their formal legal equality, the uneven distribution of power means that the arena of international relations is a form of ‘power politics’. Power is hard to measure; its distribution among states changes over time and there is no consensus among states about how it should be distributed. International relations is therefore a realm of necessity (states must seek power to survive in a competitive environment) and continuity over time. When realists contemplate change in the international system, they focus on changes in the balance of power among states, and tend to discount the possibility of fundamental change in the dynamics of the system itself.
The following key thinkers all subscribe to these basic assumptions in their explorations of the following questions:
(1) What are the main sources of stability and instability in the international system?
(2) What is the actual and preferred balance of power among states?
(3) How should the great powers behave toward one another and toward weaker states?
(4) What are the sources and dynamics of contemporary changes in the balance of power?
Despite some shared assumptions about the nature of international relations, realists are not all of one voice in answering these questions, and it would be wrong to believe that shared assumptions lead to similar conclusions among them. In fact, there is sharp disagreement over the relative merits of particular balances of power (unipolarity, bipolarity and multipolarity). There is also much debate over the causal relationship between states and the international pressures upon them, and the relative importance of different kinds of power in contemporary international relations.
This document provides an overview of a training workshop on soft power.
[PART 1] discusses the history of the concept of soft power, which was coined by Joseph Nye to describe a nation's ability to attract and influence others through culture and values rather than military or economic means.
[PART 2] explores understanding and developing soft power, examining the differences between hard and soft power and how to recognize and leverage soft power tools. Exercises are used to experience both hard and soft power approaches.
[PART 3] discusses how different nations demonstrate soft power and uses Japan as an example of a nation that rebuilt its image through understanding other cultures and meeting consumer desires with popular culture exports like anime, fashion and electronics
Keynote for senior managers of Novartis on how to influence people and strategies ethically and effectively in matrix organisations and networks / collaborations. Includes latest research from social psychology, neuroscience and behavioral economics. June 2011.
This document discusses the differences between hard power and soft power in international relations. Hard power refers to coercion and military force, while soft power involves persuasion and attraction. It notes that after WWII, the US had significant hard and soft power, relying more on hard power after 9/11. Soft power involves attracting others through culture, values and policies. While hard power is sometimes necessary, many countries now focus on soft power approaches. The conclusion debates whether it is better for a country to be feared or loved in international relations.
Political Science 7 – International Relations - Power Point #11John Paul Tabakian
This document provides an overview of key topics covered in Dr. Tabakian's Political Science 7 course on modern world governments. Some of the main topics discussed include: state interdependence and how domestic politics can be impacted by foreign policy; the development of international organizations and European integration; reasons why some countries do not embrace democracy; the evolution of Wilson's 14 Points into the United Nations; how military institutions have remained strong post-Cold War; the rise of human rights as a component of foreign policy; different types of conventional and unconventional forces; evolving military technologies including terrorism; weapons of mass destruction like nuclear, chemical, and biological weapons; and the geopolitical challenges of proliferation.
This document provides an overview of the key concepts in international relations, including the sub-fields of international security studies and international political economy. It discusses how IR scholars use descriptive and theoretical approaches to understand why international events occur, and outlines three broad theoretical perspectives: conservatism, liberalism, and revolutionary. It also introduces the three levels of analysis in IR: individual, state, and systemic (international).
This document provides an overview of research methodology. It defines research and discusses its key characteristics including being systematic, empirical, and objective. It also covers different types of research such as pure vs applied research, and quantitative vs qualitative approaches. Additionally, it outlines the typical steps in the research process from formulating the problem to analyzing data and reporting results. The document serves as a useful introduction to research methodology concepts.
The document discusses the rise of new technologies and their impact on the global economy between 1850-1900. Key developments included the expansion of railroads and steamships improving global trade and connectivity. New industrial technologies like steel, chemicals, and electricity transformed economies. Germany emerged as a leader in chemical industries. Japan underwent rapid modernization after 1868, becoming an imperial power that defeated China and Russia.
The document discusses balance of power theory, a realist international relations theory. According to the theory, national security is strengthened when military power is distributed so that no single state can dominate others. If one state becomes stronger, it may attack weaker neighbors, prompting threatened states to form defensive coalitions. When faced with an external threat, states can counter through balancing, bandwagoning, buck-passing, or bloodletting. Balancing involves increasing one's own military capabilities or forming alliances to counter a rising power. Bandwagoning means aligning with the stronger power, while buck-passing passes responsibility for countering the threat to another state. Bloodletting causes rivals to engage in prolonged conflict while remaining neutral.
01 basic concepts in international relationsfatima d
This document provides an overview of the key concepts in international relations. It discusses the main actors that conduct international relations, including states, intergovernmental organizations, multinational corporations, non-governmental organizations, and terrorist groups. It also covers concepts like sovereignty, limits to sovereignty, failed states, and different models of polarity in the international system.
This document summarizes key concepts in international relations theory, comparing realist and liberal perspectives. It discusses concepts like anarchy, sovereignty, self-help, and the security dilemma from a realist viewpoint. Liberal concepts discussed include Kantian ideals of democracy, trade, and international institutions promoting cooperation. Realists are skeptical that institutions can significantly influence state behavior motivated by power and national interests in an anarchic system.
This document is quoted from Academic Writing Skill, IFL, Cambodia. It's for students in year three not only at IFL but also other universities in Cambodia.
This document provides an overview of realism and liberalism as major international relations theories. It discusses key thinkers and principles of political realism such as Hans Morgenthau, E.H. Carr, and Reinhold Niebuhr. Realism focuses on the state as the key actor and priorities of survival and self-help under conditions of anarchy. It also discusses structural realism and the differences between defensive and offensive structural realism. The document then discusses liberalism, highlighting Immanuel Kant's idea of a federation of free states and Richard Cobden's views on free trade promoting peace. It provides a four-fold definition of liberalism and discusses how its principles can be applied to international relations.
This document discusses the importance of properly formulating a research problem. It outlines several key steps and considerations for selecting and defining a research problem, including:
1) Identifying a broad field of interest and narrowing it down to specific questions.
2) Considering factors like personal interest, feasibility of data collection, and relevance.
3) Stating clear main and sub objectives for the research.
4) Establishing operational definitions for key terms to ensure consistent understanding.
Proper problem formulation is described as the critical first step of the research process, laying the foundation for a successful study.
Structural realism is a type of realism discussed in the document. The document appears to be about different types and meanings of realism as a concept. It welcomes suggestions and questions from the reader.
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The document outlines topics that will be covered in a course on global affairs and politics. It includes 14 sections that will be covered: introduction, nation states, types of governments, asking the right questions, thinking strategically about world politics, the evolution of political theories, nationalism, globalization and transnationalism, international organizations, national power and diplomacy, international law and morality, national and international security, international political economy and cooperation, and human rights, the environment and technology. The document provides an overview of the scope and content of the course.
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This document discusses the political philosophy of Akiva Orr, an Israeli writer and activist who advocates for radical direct democracy. It provides a biography of Orr, outlining his early life and political career in Israel and London. It describes how Orr became disillusioned with representative democracy and political parties, and became a leading advocate for direct democracy beginning in 1968. Orr believes direct democracy, where citizens vote directly on policies rather than electing representatives, can eliminate political corruption by removing political power and authority over others. The document examines Orr's key works promoting this vision of "politics without politicians."
Woodrow Wilson was the 28th President of the United States from 1913 to 1921. During World War I, Wilson outlined his 14 Points speech in 1918, which proposed terms for a post-war peace settlement. The 14 Points called for open diplomacy, freedom of the seas, removal of economic barriers, and the establishment of an organization, later known as the League of Nations, to uphold these principles and keep peace between nations. While some of the 14 Points were included in the eventual Treaty of Versailles, opposition from allies and Wilson's inability to get the treaty ratified in the US weakened its impact and allowed Germany to resume imperialism.
Woodrow Wilson was the 28th President of the United States from 1913 to 1921. During World War I, Wilson outlined his 14 Points speech in 1918, which proposed terms for a post-war peace settlement. The 14 Points called for open diplomacy, freedom of the seas, removal of economic barriers, and the establishment of an organization, later known as the League of Nations, to uphold these principles and keep peace between nations. While some of the 14 Points were included in the eventual Treaty of Versailles, opposition from allies and Wilson's inability to get the treaty ratified in the US weakened its impact and allowed Germany to resume imperialism.
Woodrow Wilson was the 28th president of the United States from 1913 to 1921. He created the League of Nations after World War 1 to promote collective security. Wilson also presided over the ratification of the 19th Amendment giving women the right to vote. He was a leader of the Progressive Movement and advocated for policies like prohibiting child labor and establishing an 8-hour workday.
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The Edwardian Age saw political and social changes in England. King Edward VII helped negotiate foreign policy agreements and founded the Order of Merit. The Liberals were elected in 1906 and created welfare programs. This period also saw industrial unrest, with strikes over high prices and low wages, as well as the suffragette movement fighting for women's right to vote. Edward VII was succeeded by King George V in 1910. World War I began in 1914 and involved the Central Powers versus the Triple Entente. "Shell shock" referred to the psychological effects of shell explosions on soldiers. The U.S. joined the war in 1917. The war ended with the 1918 armistice and 1919 Treaty of Versailles.
The Edwardian Age saw political and social changes in England. King Edward VII helped negotiate foreign policy and founded the Order of Merit in 1902. The Liberals were elected in 1906 and created welfare programs. This period also saw industrial unrest, with strikes over high prices and low wages, as well as the suffragette movement fighting for women's right to vote. Edward VII was succeeded by King George V in 1910. World War I began in 1914 and involved the Central Powers versus the Triple Entente. "Shell shock" referred to the psychological effects of shell explosions. The U.S. joined the war in 1917. The war ended with the 1918 armistice and 1919 Treaty of Versailles.
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hat he called “the theology that is true.”
Which of the following literary critic called Phillis Wheatley “Phillis Miracle”?
Wrote an elegy on the death of Reverend George Whiteeld.
He said “religion indeed has produced a Phillis Wheatley; but it could not produce a poet.”
Anonymously wrote “Silence Dogood”
The book of this author is an example of the rag-to-riches literature that offered an optimistic American ideal.
The clause too, reprobating the enslaving the inhabitants of Africa, was struck out in complaisance to South Carolina and Georgia, who had never attempted to restrain the importation of slaves, and who, on the contrary, still wished to continue it. Our northern brethren also, I believe, felt a little tender under those censures; for though their people had very few slaves themselves, yet they had been pretty considerable carriers of them to others. This statement was written by
Wrote an inspirational essay that Washington read to troops during the American Revolution.
Benjamin Franklin’s Autobiography is a deeply personal guide to life for his son and does not address his involvement in the French and Indian War or his diplomatic mission to England.
First act of community betterment was the founding of a public library.
Rationalists did not view human beings as free agents whose minds work as they themselves choose.
The style and subject matter of this writer resembles that of earlier colonial writers such as Michael Wigglesworth and Anne Bradstreet.
Adopted the plain style “to make those who can scarcely read understand.”
Focuses on way to moral perfection and expounds 13 virtues of his self-improvement course.
This document summarizes the development of political science from early philosophers like Aquinas, Dante, and Marsilius of Padua through the 19th century roots with thinkers like Comte, Marx, and Tocqueville. It then discusses the early 20th century development of the discipline in the United States led by scholars like Burgess, Wilson, Goodnow, and the Chicago School with Merriam and Lasswell. Key developments included a shift toward empirical observation and analysis of political behavior, processes, and power dynamics.
This document provides summaries of important books, documents, and authors from the 18th through 20th centuries in the United States and England. Some of the key works and authors summarized include Thomas Paine's "Common Sense," the Declaration of Independence written by Thomas Jefferson, Adam Smith's "Wealth of Nations," the Federalist Papers written under the pseudonym "Publius" by Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay, Frederick Douglass' "Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave," Upton Sinclair's "The Jungle," Rachel Carson's "Silent Spring," Betty Friedan's "The Feminine Mystique," and Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein's "All the
This document provides an overview of the development of political science from ancient philosophers like Aristotle and Aquinas to modern thinkers like Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, and Marx. It discusses how their works influenced the emergence of political science as a distinct academic discipline in the 19th century, particularly in France and England. In the US, political science emerged at universities in the late 19th century and the Chicago School emphasized empirical research methods. Totalitarian regimes in the 20th century led political scientists to study issues like the role of elites, parties, and voter behavior.
Mill's discussion of utility, social tyranny, and customs in On Liberty point to his transition towards a modern liberal understanding of positive liberty, which requires underlying preconditions of empowerment. While Mill primarily discusses negative liberty as freedom from constraints, his arguments also indicate liberty requires more than just non-interference. He asserts that even if just one person holds an opinion, silencing them deprives all of truth. Additionally, customs can become social tyranny if they constrain individuality and progress. This shows Mill viewed liberty as requiring individual empowerment and autonomy in addition to non-interference.
his article argues that women of colour were central to the process of the legal transition to free labour in Cuba. Through an examination of legal appeals for freedom – which were often facilitated by new opportunities created by transition legislation – it shows that women were motivated by factors such as their families and frequently by their position as urban domestic servants. They could also make use of gendered understandings of slavery and freedom, which were socially prevalent although not legally enshrined. The paper argues that a focus on women and gender may have important implications for our understanding of Cuba's transition to free labour and of some of the constructions of citizenship and nationhood with which it was entwined.
This document provides background information on the causes of the Cold War between the Soviet Union and United States. It discusses ideological differences between communism and capitalism that divided the two superpowers. Key figures during this period included Joseph Stalin of the Soviet Union, Winston Churchill of Great Britain, and Harry Truman of the United States. The document also examines Soviet justification for distrusting the West based on historical events.
The document discusses the key political ideas that influenced the American Revolution and Declaration of Independence. It explains that the ideas of Enlightenment philosophers like John Locke, who believed in natural rights and consent of the governed, as well as Thomas Paine's writings in Common Sense, inspired principles in the Declaration. These included the ideas that all men are created equal, that governments derive just powers from the consent of the people, and that the people have a right to alter or abolish destructive governments. The document also summarizes the political differences among colonists concerning separation from Britain and reasons for the colonial victory in the Revolutionary War, including diplomatic alliances with France and George Washington's military leadership.
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LAND USE LAND COVER AND NDVI OF MIRZAPUR DISTRICT, UPRAHUL
This Dissertation explores the particular circumstances of Mirzapur, a region located in the
core of India. Mirzapur, with its varied terrains and abundant biodiversity, offers an optimal
environment for investigating the changes in vegetation cover dynamics. Our study utilizes
advanced technologies such as GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and Remote sensing to
analyze the transformations that have taken place over the course of a decade.
The complex relationship between human activities and the environment has been the focus
of extensive research and worry. As the global community grapples with swift urbanization,
population expansion, and economic progress, the effects on natural ecosystems are becoming
more evident. A crucial element of this impact is the alteration of vegetation cover, which plays a
significant role in maintaining the ecological equilibrium of our planet.Land serves as the foundation for all human activities and provides the necessary materials for
these activities. As the most crucial natural resource, its utilization by humans results in different
'Land uses,' which are determined by both human activities and the physical characteristics of the
land.
The utilization of land is impacted by human needs and environmental factors. In countries
like India, rapid population growth and the emphasis on extensive resource exploitation can lead
to significant land degradation, adversely affecting the region's land cover.
Therefore, human intervention has significantly influenced land use patterns over many
centuries, evolving its structure over time and space. In the present era, these changes have
accelerated due to factors such as agriculture and urbanization. Information regarding land use and
cover is essential for various planning and management tasks related to the Earth's surface,
providing crucial environmental data for scientific, resource management, policy purposes, and
diverse human activities.
Accurate understanding of land use and cover is imperative for the development planning
of any area. Consequently, a wide range of professionals, including earth system scientists, land
and water managers, and urban planners, are interested in obtaining data on land use and cover
changes, conversion trends, and other related patterns. The spatial dimensions of land use and
cover support policymakers and scientists in making well-informed decisions, as alterations in
these patterns indicate shifts in economic and social conditions. Monitoring such changes with the
help of Advanced technologies like Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems is
crucial for coordinated efforts across different administrative levels. Advanced technologies like
Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems
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Changes in vegetation cover refer to variations in the distribution, composition, and overall
structure of plant communities across different temporal and spatial scales. These changes can
occur natural.
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Carr and wilson
1. Theory of IR
IAAU, IR-3B
Lecturer: Ibrahim Koncak
Done by: Toichubek kyzy Chynarai
Carr’s Realism Wilson’s Idealism
2. Content:
1. Political science and its role during WW1
2. E.H. Carr’s Realistic criticism over idealists
3. E.H. Carr’s contribution “20 years crisis”
4. Wilson and Idealism
5. Conclusion
3. 1. Political science and its role during WW1
IR is under political science. Before political science, there was a political
philosophy, where philosophers like J.J Rousseau and others wrote about an ideal
type of government from the philosophical perspective. Philosophy asks
normative questions that are "Should" or "ought to". This normative questions
actually do not define "why" and "how" questions. That was one of the key
reasons the emergence of Political science. In the period of WW 1 (1914-1918),
people began to ask questions about war. Why wars occur? How to stop the war?
4. The first department on Political science
had emerged in UK, in 1920.
E. H Carr was invited to make research on political science
Edward Carr criticized Idealistic approaches of being so “naive”
Any institutions can not build a peace
The only way to prevent future wars is to increase the cost of war.
British historian, born in London, educated at Trinity College,
Cambridge. From 1916 to 1936 he worked at the Foreign Office,
where he rose to the rank of First Secretary
5. 20 years
crisis Edward Carr wrote a book “20 years
crisis”, where he gives first Great Debate
between Idealist and Realists, over human
behavior.
6. Wilson and Idealism
• After the end of WW1, Democratic challenger on January 8, set down 14 points as a plan for
world peace that was to be used for peace negotiations after World War I
• -Open Diplomacy
• -Free trade
• -Self determination
• -Creating a world coalition "League of Nations”
• For his work in this area Woodrow Wilson won a Nobel Peace Prize in 1920
• An advocate for democracy and world peace, Wilson is often ranked by historians as one of the
nation’s greatest presidents.
7. Conclusion
Two different approaches and two different scholars made great contribution to
IR and Political science. Each of them did significant works especially after
WW1. When Western powers needed for a peace and coalition, Wilson showed
the way how to achieve them. His 14 points’ goal was the guiding idea behind
these points was self determination or choice of government structure.
E. H Carr explained the way how to stop the war and wrote a very important
book for IR theory “20years crisis”. Both of their works influence for todays
life as well.