Definitions

Question 1

Conflict

Answer 1

An in going state of hostility between groups of people. A disagreement caused by the opposition of needs, values, and interests between people. This results in tension between the parties, ranging from a disagreement to armed conflict or war.

Question 2

Identity

Answer 2

A sense of belonging to a group or area - can be determined by ethnicity, language, and religion

Question 3

Nationalism

Answer 3

Loyalty and devotion to a nation

Question 4

Regionalism

Answer 4

Loyalty to a distinct region with a population that shares similarities. This can lead to the development of a political or social system in the area

Question 5

Localism

Answer 5

An affection for a particular place, often demonstrated in nimbyism

Question 6

Nimbyism

Answer 6

Occurs when people are reluctant to have their local area affected by development for the national good

Question 7

Ethnicity

Answer 7

The grouping of people according to their ethnic origins - describes the racial makeup of a population

Question 8

Culture

Answer 8

The beliefs, social norms, and traits of a racial, religious, or social group.

Question 9

Ideology

Answer 9

Systematic body of concepts regarding human life or culture. Can result in integrated assertions, theories, and aims that constitute a socio-political programme. E.g. Western views of democracy, opposing to the Taliban

Question 10

Territory

Answer 10

Geographical area belonging to a governmental authority (eg colonialism). Conflict occurs when there is disputes about who should have authority over the area

Question 11

Political activity

- expression of conflict

Answer 11

Groups operating democratically within a country who seek to exert a political power through government. They develop a political programme that defines their ideology and sets out their agenda

Question 12

Terrorism

- expression of conflict

Answer 12

Systematic use of fear among the public as a means to force the authorities into action for a political or ideological end.

Question 13

Insurrection

- expression of conflict

Answer 13

revolt against a civil authority or government, a rebellion against their rules. People engaging in this are called insurgents, often in guerrilla combat against armed forces

Question 14

War

Answer 14

A state of open and declared armed hostile conflict between states. The armed forces involved are the main protagonists of the conflict.

Question 15

Conflict resolution

Answer 15

The means by which a conflict can be brought to an end. The expression of conflict can sometimes lead to its resolution.

Question 16

Market processes

Answer 16

Used in resolving a local conflict. The ability of the the organisation undertaking the project has more power than local or national concerns. Objectors cannot afford to outbid the developer, so the plans go ahead with minimum consultation

Question 17

Consultation

Answer 17

An opportunity to voice objections or propose counter arguments - no right of independent arbitration or appeal

Question 18

Planning processes

Answer 18

Local authority planners:

• listen to the local community - democratic
• listen to the organisation responsible for a proposal
• have overall development control

Question 19

Planning committees weigh up..

Answer 19

The gains for the proposal against its negative aspects
The conflicts between differing groups within a local community
The wider benefits of a scheme vs the local opposition

Question 20

Ethnic segregation

Answer 20

The clustering together of people with a similar ethnic/cultural characteristics into separate urban residential areas

Question 21

Separatism

Answer 21

The attempt by regional groups to gain more political control from central government over the area in which they live. Some groups want total independence

Question 22

Autonomy

Answer 22

The right to self government

Question 23

Millennium Development Goals

Answer 23

Aimed at the causes of poverty in order to help to eradicate poverty by 2015

Question 33

Non violent

- expression of conflict

Answer 33

Statements of discontent made by word, sign, marching, or silent protest.