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How do post-structuralists argue that humanitarian interventions have been legitimized?

Correct answer: C. Through discourse in the international political arena that split the other into 'innocent civilians' and 'Balkan governments.'

  • A. Through the UN sanctioning and taking full responsibility for humanitarian intervention.
  • B. By parliamentary hearings that raise awareness and legitimacy of humanitarian intervention.
  • C. Through discourse in the international political arena that split the other into 'innocent civilians' and 'Balkan governments.'
  • D. All of the options given are correct.

Explanation

Post-structuralists argue that intervention is legitimised through discourse that represents some people as innocent victims and others, such as Balkan governments, as threatening or culpable. This framing makes intervention appear necessary and morally justified.

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