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The study of international politics has become truly global in nature and scope, as the world stands politically organized in nearly two hundred nation states at the beginning of the second decade of the 21st century. The globalization of political economies and the ‘internationalization’ of the nation state system is the most characteristic feature of the 21st century.
This book provides a roadmap that can orient the reader towards the main concepts, theories and issues in world politics today necessitating explorations in ‘new theorizing’, thus making the study of global politics a much more exciting and absorbing project than ever before. Every effort has been made to understand the ‘new’ vocabulary, concepts, debates and discourses in the theory and practice of international relations and global politics today.
Each chapter provides an analytical overview of the issues addressed, identifies the central actors and perspectives, outlines past progress and future prospects. Model questions and suggestions for further reading additionally enrich the text.
Globalization: Meaning and Dimensions
Globalization: Meaning and Dimensions
Learning Objectives
- To explore the issues involved in the evolution of globalization historically
- To represent a clear picture of the complex nature of contemporary globalization
- To trace different phases in the globalization trajectory
- To mark out the merits and demerits of globalization
Abstract
Globalization is the process of heightened interaction and integration among nations and their people, governments and corporations. This phenomenon impacts and transforms political systems, the economy, culture, environment and general human well-being. Some scholars trace its origins to as far back as the 15th century. Globalization as we understand it today has been accelerated with the aid of international trade and investment as well as technology. There are several perspectives on the nature of globalization. On one hand is the hyperglobalist ...
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