The terms “state” and “nation” are often used interchangeably; however, they refer to two different concepts. What is the main difference between the two terms?
A. A nation is when a territory is governed by people of one particular group; a state is made up of people that govern and make laws.
B. A nation is a group of people that views itself as a political community; a state is an organization with compulsory membership and sovereignty.
C. A state views itself as a political community; a nation is an organization with compulsory membership and sovereignty.
D. There is no major difference; the terms “state” and “nation” can be used interchangeably without any confusion.
B. A nation is a group of people that views itself as a political community; a state is an organization with compulsory membership and sovereignty.
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