What Is a Preventive War

question 54

Multiple Choice

What is a preventive war?

• A)A war launched to prevent human rights abuses in another state
• B)A war begun by a state to prevent an adversary from becoming a stronger threat in the future
• C)A war launched by a state that fears an adversary is about to attack
• D)A war authorized by an international organization to eliminate aggressive states that could threaten world peace

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Definitions:

Fiduciary Duty

A legal obligation of one party to act in the best interest of another when entrusted with particular responsibilities, common in relationships such as trustee and beneficiary, or agent and principal.

Federal Government

The national government of a federated country, where powers are divided between central federal authorities and various constituent regions or states.

Principle of Ratification

The acceptance and confirmation by a principal of an act performed on their behalf by another, who didn't have the authority to act in the first place.

Injustice

A situation or action that violates the principles of fairness, ethics, or rights, leading to perceived or actual harm.