What is a state?

1. a framework of rules and ideas that structures and bounds the behavior of the government and citizens within a defined terrority/be created in the wake of internal conflict

1.1. three tasks of a state

1.1.1. be capable of exercising its authority over its territory and providing security to its citizens

1.1.1.1. "rule of law"requires the government to respect the political and civil liberties granted to the citizens in the constitution to legal authorities established by the states

1.1.2. be effective at resolving conflicts through its institutions and promoting the general welfare of its citizens

1.1.2.1. it is necessary to organize a system of governance and develop appropriate institution to conduct the rule

1.1.3. provides a political identity based on accepted legitimacy

1.2. sovereign states

1.2.1. international legal

1.2.2. westphalian

1.2.3. domestic

1.2.4. interdependence