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Defining Characteristics

What is a nation-state?

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Buddha's birthday lantern parade, Seoul, South Korea

A nation-state is a group of people under one government that share the same history, traditions, language, and territory.

The nation = the people

The state = the body of government

A nation-state can be thought of as similar people living in the same area.

MUNICH, GERMANY - JULY 25, 2017: Music band in traditional bavarian clothes in front of Marienplatz town hall in Munich, Germany in a beautiful summer day.

People in a nation-state feel connected to each other. Below are some examples of countries that have a nation-state. Click on a country to see its map.

Japan
Portugal
Iceland
South Korea