One of the most essential characteristics of the state is?

A. legitimacy
B. the civil service
C. the rule of law
D. sovereignty

Correct Answer:

Option D – sovereignty

Explanation

One of the most essential characteristics of the state is sovereignty.

Other characteristics are as follows:

1. Population
2. Territory
3. Government
4. Recognition
5. Permanence.

Note that the supreme power to make laws and enforce it is with the state. The sovereignty of a state is not negotiable and must be free from external control.