The unrestrained power of the state over its citizens is underlined by?

A. sovereignty
B. nationalism
C. self-determination
D. patriotism

Correct Answer:

Option A – sovereignty

Explanation

The unrestrained power of the state over its citizens is underlined by sovereignty.

Sovereignty could be defined as the supreme legal power to make and enforce laws for people within a definite territory without any external control.

Characteristics of sovereignty are permanence, indivisibility, comprehensiveness and absoluteness.