In geopolitics, states refer to politically organized territories with defined borders and a sovereign government that exercises authority and control over its population.
States are like separate rooms in a house. Each room has its own rules and regulations set by the owner (government) to maintain order within their respective areas.
Nation-State: A nation-state is a political entity where the majority of people share common cultural or ethnic characteristics and aspire for self-governance.
Sovereignty: Sovereignty refers to a state's supreme authority and independence from external interference in its internal affairs.
Territorial Integrity: Territorial integrity refers to the inviolability of a state's borders and sovereignty, which should be respected by other nations.
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