Theoretical Approaches to Conflict and Security in Political Science and Conflict and Security Studies involve examining different frameworks, theories, and perspectives to analyze the causes, dynamics, and implications of conflicts and security issues.
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Realism: It is the most dominant theoretical approach in Conflict and Security Studies, which emphasizes competition and conflict between states due to the anarchic nature of the international system.
Liberalism: It advocates the democratic peace theory where democratic states are less likely to go to war with each other, promoting peace and cooperation.
Constructivism: It focuses on the importance of ideas, norms, and social structures in shaping relationships between states, with particular emphasis on the power of the media to create and sustain narratives of conflict and security.
Marxism: It emphasizes the role of economic and class factors in shaping international relations, highlighting the role of economic inequality and exploitation in global tensions.
Feminism: This theoretical approach examines gender relations and power dynamics, highlighting the often subordinate position of women in conflict and security settings.
Critical Security Studies: It emphasizes the role of power, knowledge, and the social construction of security threats in shaping security policy, highlighting the need for critical reflection on security practices.
Human security: It is a broad approach that emphasizes the protection of both individual and collective rights, focusing on non-state actors and the protection of basic needs such as food, water, and health.
Postcolonialism: This approach seeks to overcome the legacy of colonialism and its impact on the global south, analyzing the power structures that maintain unequal relations between nations.
Environmental security: It recognizes the importance of environmental degradation as a major security threat, highlighting the potential for conflict over resources and the need for sustainable development.
Cultural Studies: This approach emphasizes the importance of culture in shaping conflict and security, highlighting the impact of cultural identity and symbolism in shaping international relations.