How do realism help understand the history and future of Afghanistan?

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Weegy: Realism, as a distinct school of thought in international relations theory, places its emphasis on the State as the primary actor in world politics.4 Its central proposition is that since the purpose of statecraft is national survival in a hostile, [ [ anarchic environment, the acquisition of power is the proper, rational and inevitable goal of foreign policy.5 International Politics can then be defined as a struggle between power-maximising states in an anarchical environment.6 Hence realism is sometimes referred to as the power politics school of thought.7 ] ]
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Realism in international relations helps understand Afghanistan's history and future by focusing on power dynamics, state interests, and geopolitical strategies of actors involved, shaping the country's political stability and foreign relations.

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Realism explains Afghanistan's history through power struggles and conflicts; Idealism focuses on aspirations for peace and development; the Ecological Paradigm highlights the impact of geography and environment on its social and political challenges. Together, they provide a comprehensive view of Afghanistan’s past and future.

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