Question 3
The State and GovernmentThe major difference between a state and a nation is that the latter presupposes a
- A.heterogenous population
- B.homogenous population
- C.well-defined territory
- D.more organized system
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (homogenous population)
Explanation
A nation is a group of people bound by a common language, culture or history, so it implies a homogeneous population. A state needs territory and government, but its people may be very mixed.