Conflict

Question 1

Give 3 reasons why states seek to acquire nuclear weapons

Answer 1

• for deterrence due to fear of other states nuclear weapons
• to gain power and prestige to have great power status
• due to regional tensions to protect from traditional opponent

Question 2

What is the realist view on nuclear weapons?

Answer 2

They view it as a means for international stability, preventing confrontation between nuclear armed states.

Question 3

How do liberals view nuclear weapons ?

Answer 3

They believe it should be de- legitimised by the international community, as real security can only arise from cooperation.

Question 4

What is horizontal proliferation?

Answer 4

Increase in the number of states in the ‘nuclear club’.

Question 5

What is vertical proliferation ?

Answer 5

An increase in the number of WMD or warheads within the ‘nuclear club’.

Question 6

When was the non proliferation treaty signed ?

Answer 6

1968

Question 7

When was the comprehensive ban treaty signed ?

Answer 7

1996

Question 8

Which states haven’t ratified the comprehensive test ban treaty ?

Answer 8

China 
Egypt 
Iran 
Israel
USA

Question 9

What is a rogue state ?

Answer 9

A state whose foreign policy poses a threat to neighbouring or other states, through its aggressive intent of association with terrorism.