Which two of the following characteristics are necessary for a state to exist? Select all that apply.

Question

(1 point)
Responses

territory

judiciary

sovereignty

constitution

federal system

organized government

separation of powers

Answer 1

The two characteristics necessary for a state to exist are:

1. Territory
2. Sovereignty

These two elements are fundamental to the definition of a state. Territory refers to the physical space a state occupies, while sovereignty refers to the authority of a state to govern itself without external interference.