Political Science · International Relations
Who gave theoretical orientation to realism?
ABross
BBurton
CMorgenthau ✓ Correct
DLasswell
Correct answer: (C) Morgenthau — Morgenthau gave realism its theoretical orientation, so the answer is Morgenthau.
Explanation
★Morgenthau gave realism its theoretical orientation, so the answer is Morgenthau.
★He systematised realism into a coherent theory of international politics.
★His six principles of political realism form its framework.
★He defined the national interest in terms of power.
★He made power the central concept linking facts and policy.
★So the theoretical shaping of realism is Morgenthau's work.
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