Which of the following best describes the state of being free from outside control?

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Which of the following best describes the state of being free from outside control?

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Which of the following best describes the state of being free from outside control?

Which of the following best describes the state of being free from outside control?

Which of the following best describes the state of being free from outside control?

1

b

: freedom from external control : autonomy

c

: controlling influence

2

: one that is sovereign

especially : an autonomous state

3

obsolete : supreme excellence or an example of it

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Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web His predecessors were able to promote Brexit as a blow for British sovereignty or as a curb against uncontrolled immigration. Mark Landler, New York Times, 22 Nov. 2022 These American principles included a respect for national sovereignty, a realistic view of global competition and the limits of U.S. capabilities, and a total confidence in America’s ability to be a force for good in the world. John Ratcliffe, WSJ, 27 Oct. 2022 Overwhelmingly, the sentiment was similar: Russia's invasion was not consistent with the cornerstone principles of the United Nations — including peace, dialogue and respect for sovereignty. Jennifer Peltz, ajc, 21 Sep. 2022 Along the way, Salgado has become a staunch advocate for Indigenous sovereignty and environmental protections in this remarkable region. Joanna Thompson, Scientific American, 19 Apr. 2022 However, a 2019 report from a government watchdog found some federal agencies lacked respect for tribal sovereignty, didn't have enough resources for consultation or couldn't always reach tribes. Susan Montoya Bryan And Felicia Fonseca, Chron, 3 Apr. 2022 However, a 2019 report from a government watchdog found some federal agencies lacked respect for tribal sovereignty, didn’t have enough resources for consultation or couldn’t always reach tribes. Time, 2 Apr. 2022 The collapse of the Soviet Union and the transfer of sovereignty in Hong Kong signals a seismic shift in the international order presenting both obstacles and opportunities. Andy Meek, BGR, 14 Nov. 2022 This was so because, in the English tradition, Parliament, not the general population, was the source of sovereignty. Laurence H. Silberman, WSJ, 30 Sep. 2022 See More

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Word History

Etymology

Middle English soverainte, from Anglo-French sovereinté, from soverein — see sovereign entry 2

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 3

Time Traveler

The first known use of sovereignty was in the 14th century

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“Sovereignty.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sovereignty. Accessed 13 Dec. 2022.

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What term means freedom from external control?

: freedom from external control : autonomy.

What is meant by state autonomy?

State autonomy means the authority and power of a state as a member of the Union of India to decide and execute independently certain functions as outlined by the Constitution. It implies that there is non-interference from the central government in the day-to-day affairsof the states.

What are the 3 types of sovereignty?

Domestic sovereignty – actual control over a state exercised by an authority organized within this state, Interdependence sovereignty – actual control of movement across state's borders. International legal sovereignty – formal recognition by other sovereign states.

Which is known as the supreme power of the state to rule itself free from outside control?

sovereignty, in political theory, the ultimate overseer, or authority, in the decision-making process of the state and in the maintenance of order.