Question

Colonialism introduced many structural changes such as the formation of nationstates.

Which of the following is true for nation-states?

Options

• Nation states are closely associated with the rise of nationalism.

• Nation state pertains to a particular type of state, characteristic of the primitive world.

• People in nation-states do not exercise sovereign power.

• Nation-states are not associated with democratic ideas.

Answer 1

Nation states are closely associated with the rise of nationalism.

Explanation:

Nation-states arise when a people who share a common identity (nation) claim a state of their own, which is exactly what nationalism demands. Options b, c and d are incorrect descriptions of nation-states.