Theories

Question 1

Neo-Marxism/Neo-Colonialism

Answer 1

the same inequalities of wealth and development are observed between states (develped and developing). Developed states (Western world) exploit the developing world by extracting their resources and making them dependent on them for trading exports.
Free trade, privatization, and deregulation has created a new form of neo-colonialism that keeps developing countries reliant on wealthier states for development
Global North vs Global South

Question 2

Feminist Critical Theory

Answer 2

‘The personal is political’ - Feminist theory claims that much of IR has operated on the premise that the state is the main actor, disregarding the private sphere of influence concerning the individual.
The idea that women should be placed at the forefront of legislation, and that empowering women through equal opportunities in education, employment and political representation will promote development