Question

According to Ernest Renan, what are the attributes of nation.

Answer 1

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(i) A nation is not formed by a common language, race, religion or territory.

(ii) To form a nation, social capital, common glories and deeds of the past and common will are necessary. A nation is the culmination of a long past of endeavours, sacrifice and devotion.

(iii) Nation is a large-scale solidarity, its existence is a daily plebiscite and its inhabitants have the right to be consulted.

(iv) The existence of a nation is not only a good thing, but also a necessity.

(v) A nation has never any real interest in annexing or holding on to a country against its will.