Theories Flashcards
(11 cards)
Realism
states act in their own self-interest to gain power and ensure security through hard power.
liberalism
states work together through instituitions, diplomacy, and international law to promote peace and stability
constructivism
political behavior is shaped by social norms, identity, and beliefs
dependency theory
poor countries remain underdeveloped because rich countries exploit them through trade, debt, and unequal relationships
post-colonialism
colonial history still shapes global power today, keeping many former colonies in economic and political dependency
marxism
Wants to get rid of social classes as it is unfair as economically, middle class struggle more
feminism
influenced by gender inequality. women’s voice and experiences are often excluded from power and conflict resolution
green politics / environmentalism
politics should prioritize environmental protection and sustainability over economic growth
critical theory
challenges dominant ideas and power structures, asking whose interests are served by the current global system
anarchism
believes centralized governments cause oppression and should be replaced with voluntary, cooperative systems
All case studies
Realism
Liberalism
Marxism
Post colonialism
Anarchism
Dependency theory
Critical theory
Constructivism
Feminism
Environmentalism