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 relies on argument and dialogue rather than on shifting the distribution of power.
★Amassing weapons builds the military strength needed to deter or match rivals.
★Seizing territory enlarges a state's resources and strategic position.
★Creating buffer states places neutral ground between rival powers to reduce friction.
★All three of these are recognised devices for maintaining or restoring a balance.
★Methods of persuasion belong to diplomacy and bargaining, not to power balancing.
★The techniques of the balance of power recur frequently in examinations.
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