Question

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what is a nation - state?
a. an independent group of people living in a defined territory with an organized government
b. an independent group of people who live in a state with no government
c. a group of people with a shared culture and language who live in a number of countries
d. a group of people living under the rule of a government in which they have no say

Explanation:

A nation-state combines a shared national identity (people) with statehood (defined territory, organized government, independence). Option A aligns with this core definition: it includes independence, defined territory, and organized government. Option B is invalid (no government contradicts statehood), C is incorrect (a nation-state is a single entity, not across multiple countries), and D describes an authoritarian state, not a nation-state.

Answer:

A. An independent group of people living in a defined territory with an organized government