Answer to Question #309316 in Political Science for Ree

Question

Which one of the following articulations of a ‘new’ imperialism is correct? (Refer to Ayer’s article available on ‘e-reserves’)

1. 

Liberalism in application is paradoxical because it demands that the state assume a neutral role in the market economy, whilst emphasizing that the unfettered circulation of capital is achievable through the state.

2. 

Epitomised by 'South-South development cooperation'.

3. 

Adopts the same form and function as colonialism and imperialism.

4. 

Governance plays the most instrumental role in the reproduction of global capitalism.

5. 

Since the process of constituting a neoliberal polity is based on the principle of liberalism that promotes self-interest and self-preservation, it creates an environment conducive to self-determination and freedom of autonomy.

Answer 1

5. 

Since the process of constituting a neoliberal polity is based on the principle of liberalism that promotes self-interest and self-preservation, it creates an environment conducive to self-determination and freedom of autonomy.