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Sovereignty — Revision Notes
Telangana Open School (TOSS) · Class 12 · Political Science
Sovereignty revision notes for Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Political Science: 4 topics in quick points.
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Meaning and Definitions of Sovereignty
- Sovereignty means the supreme power of the state, both internally and externally.
- It is derived from the Latin word 'superanus' and French 'souverainete', meaning supreme authority.
- Sovereignty is unique to the state and not found in other associations like clubs or companies.
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Features of Sovereignty
- Sovereignty is absolute — no legal or external authority can override it.
- It is universal — applies to all persons and institutions within the state.
- Sovereignty is permanent — it continues even if governments change.
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Types of Sovereignty
- Nominal (Titular) Sovereignty: Symbolic authority without real power (e.g., monarch in a constitutional monarchy).
- Real Sovereignty: Actual power held by the people or elected bodies.
- Legal Sovereignty: The formal law-making power (e.g., Parliament in India or Britain).
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Theories of Sovereignty
- Monistic Theory (John Austin): Sovereignty lies in one supreme authority that is indivisible and unlimited.
- Austin says law is a command from the sovereign backed by sanctions.
- Sovereign must be habitually obeyed by the people.
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