Partition refers to the division of a country or region into separate parts, often based on religious, ethnic, or political differences. It involves the creation of new boundaries and can result in significant social and political consequences.
Related terms
Secession: Secession is when a group within a country decides to break away and form an independent state. It often occurs as a result of tensions or conflicts between different regions or communities.
Ethnic Cleansing: Ethnic cleansing refers to the deliberate removal or extermination of an ethnic group from a particular area by another group. It involves systematic violence, displacement, and sometimes even genocide.
Border Disputes: Border disputes arise when two or more countries have conflicting claims over territorial boundaries. These disputes can result in tensions, conflicts, and even wars between nations.