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Characteristics of Sovereignty
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Absoluteness: this simply means that the powers of a sovereign state cannot be subject to any restriction or limitation. In other words, the sovereignty of a state is supreme and unlimited Indivisibility. This implies that the supreme power of a state cannot be shared or divided but such powers can be delegated between two levels of government as found in a federation or federal structure. Permanence: This means that sovereignty is permanent, continuous and uninterrupted as long as the state exists. Though government and its officials in a state may change sovereignty continues as long as the state exists. Comprehensiveness: This simply means that the power exercised by a sovereign state are wide in scope and its actions or decisions are binding on all persons and associations operating within the territorial jurisdiction of the state. Absence of Foreign Control: This implies that a sovereign state irrespective of its status, size of territory, population or military might is free from the dictates or interferences of foreign body. Download 418.5 Kb. Share with your friends:
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