Sovereignty — Chapter Summary
ICSE · Class 11 · Political Science
Summary of Sovereignty for ICSE Class 11 Political Science. Part of the ICSE Class 11 Political Science syllabus.
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Overview
Sovereignty is the supreme power of the state. It is the main feature that separates the state from other associations such as family, school, or society. The chapter explains its meaning, characteristics, kinds, and major theories. It also shows how sovereignty changed with democracy, federalism, p
Key Concepts
Sovereignty means the supreme power
Sovereignty means the supreme power of the state. Internally, it is the highest authority over all people and associations within the territory. Exter
Sovereignty is absolute
Sovereignty is absolute, universal, permanent, inalienable, and indivisible. Absolute means supreme authority. Universal means it applies to all perso
Nominal sovereignty exists in name only
Nominal sovereignty exists in name only, while real sovereignty is actual power. The English monarch is a nominal sovereign, while ministers exercise
Legal sovereignty is the highest law
Legal sovereignty is the highest law-making authority, such as the British Parliament. Political sovereignty refers to the power of the electorate or
A de jure sovereign holds power
A de jure sovereign holds power according to law. A de facto sovereign holds power in fact, often after revolution, coup, or force. Cromwell in Englan
Learning Objectives
- Understand the meaning and nature of sovereignty
- Identify the essential characteristics of sovereignty
- Distinguish between nominal and real sovereignty
- Differentiate legal, political, de jure, de facto, and popular sovereignty
- Understand Austin's theory of sovereignty
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