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How does democratic peace theory challenge realism?

Correct answer: D. All of the above

  • A. They place importance on internal norms and institutions
  • B. They challenge realist occupation with balance of power
  • C. They believe that war is a function of a state being liberal or not
  • D. All of the above

Explanation

Democratic peace theory shifts attention from the external balance of power to domestic institutions, liberal norms and regime type, arguing that the likelihood of war varies with whether states are liberal democracies. All three statements capture this challenge to realism.

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