The principle of state sovereignty primarily means that a state has:

Correct answer: A. Exclusive authority within its recognised territory

  • A. Exclusive authority within its recognised territory
  • B. Permanent control over every international organisation
  • C. The right to ignore every treaty it has signed
  • D. Complete freedom from economic dependence on others

Explanation

Sovereignty refers mainly to supreme authority within a state's territory and independence from external control. It does not give a state unlimited freedom to disregard treaties or international obligations.

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