How do Nations fail? Political Illiteracy | Corruption | Favoritism | Nepotism

What is a Nation?

A nation is a territory where all the people are led by the same government. The word “nation” can also refer to a group of people who share a history, traditions, culture, and, often, language—even if the group does not have a country of its own.

Key elements of a Nation

Many factors go to the formation of a nation: common physical type, geographical background, governmental unity, language, religion, economics, etc. But when the major cultures of the world, both past, and present, are considered it will be found that no one of these is a dominant factor

Political illiteracy

is a set of abilities considered necessary for citizens to participate in a society's government. It includes an understanding of how government works and of the important issues facing society, as well as the critical thinking skills to evaluate different points of view. Many organizations interested in participatory democracy are concerned about political literacy. But when people are unaware of the political responsibility they are entitled to and when they ignore it for a long period, the next generation and the old generation gradually disregard it. Eventually, they forget about basic human rights such as freedom of speech, freedom of knowing things, freedom of travel, freedom of demanding a better life, and freedom of living. At this point, we call society, Politically illiterate. At this specific moment, society is paralyzed.

Corruption

The definition says corruption is dishonest or fraudulent conduct by those in power, typically involving bribery. But truly, corruption is everywhere. In many countries including mine, life begins with corruption. Getting into a school, writing exams, getting a job, getting married, buying a house or a vehicle, etc people provide false documents and bribe the agent who is in charge. But in the end, people talk about politicians who have stolen people's money and run away.

Favoritism

People who are in power bring along employees who would work in the favor of political leaders. They were given higher posts in the government departments, companies, investment boards, courts, national security, and so on. Don't forget by this time society is already paralyzed.

Nepotism

Favoritism and Nepotism go hand in hand. Nepotism is the practice among those with power or influence of favouring relatives or friends, especially by giving them jobs. Here the political power was also handed over. For an example, India, the Philippines, Sri Lanka.

Power claiming political parties rule the countries for centuries and citizens are paralyzed.

That's how nations fail.