Difference between revisions of "Self-determination"
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| − | '''Self-determination''' is the right of all peoples (as a [[nation]] or [[culture]]) to govern themselves in a [[democracy]], and their own [[nation-state]]. | + | '''Self-determination''' is the right of all peoples (as a [[nation]] or [[culture]]) to govern themselves in a [[democracy]], and their own [[nation-state]]. When the [[United Nations]] was formed after [[World War 2]] its charter included a statement of the right of self determination for all nations. |
[[category:politics]] | [[category:politics]] | ||
Revision as of 13:12, December 1, 2008
Self-determination is the right of all peoples (as a nation or culture) to govern themselves in a democracy, and their own nation-state. When the United Nations was formed after World War 2 its charter included a statement of the right of self determination for all nations.