The image depicts the concept of nation-state and colonialism in political geography.
The concept of nation-state is depicted in the image below.
A nation-state refers to a political entity in which a particular nation and state coincide.
It is characterized by a shared sense of identity, culture, and history among its people, as well as a sovereign government that has jurisdiction over a defined territory.
In the context of political geography, the placement of state boundaries created by colonial powers is also relevant, which is associated with the concept of colonialism.
European colonial powers drew arbitrary borders, often disregarding the traditional geographic locations and historical identities of indigenous populations.
This continues to impact the modern international system and raises questions about the viability of the nation-state concept.