Question

What is ‘Balance of Power’? How could a state achieve this?

Answer 1

Answer:

The Balance of Power is an equalisation of power between different states. When a country look around them, they see that some countries are bigger and stronger. This is a cue who might be a threat in the future. This can be achieved by building alliances.

Answer 2

Answer:

Balance of power means equalization of power between different states.

Explanation:

There are a few countries which are bigger and others being smaller. Smaller countries can have a threat from the bigger ones, So, they try to form alliance with the bigger ones for their security. This would be embarking policy of adding power of other states to its own power.

Also, a country can grow its own power and engage itself in the race of armaments. It can also acquire another territory and increase its power. This way a state can secure its survival.