Political Science · International Relations
UGC NET January 2017 Political Science
Which one of the following is not a technique of the balance of power?
AAmassing of weapons
BSeizing of territory
CMethods of persuasion ✓ Correct
DCreating of buffer states
Correct answer: (C) Methods of persuasion — The choice that is not a technique of the balance of power is the use of methods of persuasion.
Explanation
★The choice that is not a technique of the balance of power is the use of methods of persuasion.
★Persuasion works through argument and dialogue, not through adjusting power.
★Amassing weapons is a genuine technique, building strength to deter rivals.
★Seizing territory is a technique that adds to a state's resources and strategic depth.
★Creating buffer states sets neutral zones between rival powers to prevent clashes.
★These techniques aim to keep any one state from dominating the system.
★The balance of power relies on material and strategic measures rather than persuasion.
★Its techniques are a standard topic in the study of realist statecraft.
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