Sovereignty

Definition

Sovereignty is the full right and power of a governing body to govern itself without any interference from outside sources or bodies. It involves the absolute authority over a geographic area or state, including its laws, administration, and the right to defend its existence.

Related terms

State: A political entity with defined territorial boundaries recognized by other states as sovereign.

International Law: A set of rules generally regarded and accepted in relations between nations; it serves as the framework for the practice of stable and organized international relations.

Non: interference Principle - A principle in international law that restricts states from intervening in the internal affairs of other states, respecting their sovereignty