Understanding State Failure

What is a failed state?

• A state with a strong economy

• A political body unable to fulfill roles of a sovereign state

• A state with a high standard of living

• A state with effective government action

Which of the following is a feature of a failed state?

• Strong government legitimacy

• Effective government action

• Decline in population's standard of living

• High security and stability

What does a lack of security and stability signify in a state?

• A thriving economy

• A failed state

• High government legitimacy

• Effective governance

Which of the following is a characteristic of a failed state as per The Fund for Peace?

• Erosion of authority to make collective decisions

• Increase in foreign investments

• High employment rates

• Strong diplomatic relations

What does a lack of security and stability in a state signify?

• Strong governance

• Economic stability

• Lack of security and stability

• High employment rates

What should students do in pairs according to the activity?

• Write an essay

• Make a list/table of four states

• Conduct a survey

• Create a presentation

Which country ranked first in the Failed States Index 2023?

• Somalia

• Syria

• Yemen

• Afghanistan

What is the rank of Afghanistan in the Failed States Index 2023?

• 5

• 8

• 10

• 3

What is the 2022 FSI Score for Chad?

• 105.7

• 107.3

• 108.4

• 111.7

Which country has a 2022 FSI Score of 107.1?

• DR Congo

• Sudan

• Afghanistan

• Myanmar