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Geog. Chapter 4 Section 3
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Political Geography
Chapter 4 Section 3
Nations of the World
in political terms, the word State is used to describe an independent unit that occupies a specific territory and has full control of its internal and external affairs.
Nation
refers to a group of people with a common culture living in a territory and having a strong sense of unity.
Nation
Nation-State
When a nation and a state occupy the same territory.
Nation-State
Types of Government
Democracy- Citizens hold political power, either directly or through elected representatives.
Monarchy- A ruling family headed by a king or queen holds political power
Dictatorship- an individual or group holds complete political power
Communism- the govt. controls all power and means of production
Characteristics
Size
A countries size does not determine its political power. However, size does help a nation have more trading power.
Size
Shape
Countries can be any shape, based on its boarders.
Shape
Location
The location of a country is very important. The location determines the climate and its resources.
Landlocked- a country that is surrounded by other countries.
Location
National Boundries
Natural Boundries are based on physical features of the land, such as rivers, lakes, or chains of mountains.
National Boundries
Artifical Boundries
A fixed line generally follwing latitude or longitude lines.
Artifical Boundries
Regional Political Systems
Smaller political units to make governming more efficient.
The most common local units of government are cities, towns, and villages.