Redefinition of Political Boundaries

Definition

Redefinition of political boundaries refers to the process of altering or modifying existing borders between countries, states, or regions. It involves changing the territorial limits and often results from various factors such as conflicts, negotiations, or geopolitical changes.

Related terms

Territorial Dispute: A conflict arising from competing claims over land or water bodies between two or more countries.

Decolonization: The process through which former colonies gain independence from their colonizers and establish their own political boundaries.

Devolution: The transfer of powers from a central government to regional governments within a country in order to address demands for local autonomy.