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Self-Determination

Definition

Self-determination is the process by which a group of people, usually territorial entities, assert themselves as having control over their own destiny, particularly in terms of their political status and government.

Related terms

Sovereignty: Sovereignty refers to the full right and power of a governing body over itself without any interference from outside sources or bodies.

Autonomy: Autonomy is the capacity for a region or group to govern itself independently. It’s about having self-rule.

Decolonization: Decolonization is the action or process of a state withdrawing from a former colony, leaving it independent. This often involves dismantling colonial structures and creating new systems that reflect the culture and needs of the indigenous population.

"Self-Determination" appears in:

Subjects (4)

  • AP Comparative Government

  • AP European History

  • AP Psychology

  • AP World History: Modern

Study guides (1)

  • AP Human Geography - 4.1 Introduction to Political Geography

Practice Questions (4)

  • From what perspective does the concept of self-determination challenge traditional notions of state sovereignty?

  • What's self-determination in the context of political geography?

  • How does the principle of self-determination impact political boundaries?

  • How does the concept of state sovereignty relate to self-determination?

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