Irregular political boundaries refer to the borders between countries or regions that are not straight or symmetrical. These boundaries often result from historical events, conflicts, or natural features.
Related terms
Territorial disputes: Territorial disputes occur when two or more countries claim ownership over a specific piece of land, often resulting in irregular political boundaries.
Enclaves/exclaves: Enclaves are territories completely surrounded by another country's territory, while exclaves are portions of one country separated from the main part by another country's territory.
Colonial legacy: Colonial legacy refers to the impact left by former colonial powers on current international borders, often resulting in irregular political boundaries.