English School Flashcards
What is the core principle of the English School in International Relations?
The English School posits that a society of states exists within the international system, characterized by shared norms, laws, and institutions, mediating state behavior.
What is the concept of an International Society in the English School?
International Society refers to a group of states bound by shared norms, values, and diplomatic practices, which go beyond mere power politics to include moral and legal elements.
How does the English School view the balance of power?
The English School sees the balance of power as a key institution of international society, essential for maintaining order and preventing any one state from dominating.
What role do institutions play in the English School’s theory?
Institutions such as diplomacy, international law, and the balance of power are crucial in regulating state behavior and maintaining order within the international society.
What are the three traditions of international theory according to the English School?
The three traditions are: Hobbesian (realist, focusing on power politics), Grotian (rationalist, emphasizing laws and institutions), and Kantian (revolutionist, advocating for moral principles).
How does the English School critique Realism and Liberalism?
The English School argues that both Realism and Liberalism offer incomplete pictures of international relations, neglecting the complex interplay of power, law, and morality.
What is the significance of diplomatic history in the English School?
Diplomatic history and practices are central to understanding how states interact within international society, shaping norms and behaviors.
How does the English School address justice in world order?
The English School considers the pursuit of justice, alongside power, as a critical factor in shaping international relations and maintaining a stable world order.
How does the English School interpret globalization?
The English School views globalization as a process that impacts the international society, potentially transforming state relations and challenging existing norms.
Who are key theorists associated with the English School?
Key theorists include Hedley Bull, Martin Wight, and Barry Buzan, each contributing significantly to the development of the school’s ideas and concepts.
How does the English School distinguish between international society and international system?
The international system refers to the interaction of states based on power dynamics, while international society involves states engaging based on shared norms, rules, and institutions. The English School focuses on how these aspects coexist and influence each other.
How does the English School address the concept of justice in world order?
The English School considers the pursuit of justice as important as the pursuit of power, advocating for a balance between state interests and ethical principles in shaping international relations.
What is the role of great powers according to the English School?
Great powers hold special responsibilities in the English School’s framework, tasked with maintaining order and stability in international society, often through managing conflicts and upholding international laws and norms.
What is the English School’s perspective on humanitarian intervention?
The English School is cautious about humanitarian intervention, emphasizing the importance of state sovereignty but also recognizing the moral duty to prevent human rights abuses, reflecting its dual focus on order and justice.
How do solidarism and pluralism differ in the English School?
Solidarism in the English School refers to the idea of a closely integrated international society with strong shared values and collective enforcement of laws, while pluralism emphasizes the coexistence of diverse states with minimal common rules and a focus on state sovereignty.
