Geography Optional 300+ Score Pack · Model answer
“Inclusionary functions of boundaries are becoming more relevant in an era of transboundary environmental governance, yet exclusionary politics dominate their actual enforcement.” Discuss.
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- Political Aspects
Boundaries traditionally acted as exclusive zones of sovereign control, but in the age of climate change, environmental degradation and resource scarcity, their inclusionary functions — cooperation, shared governance and collective stewardship — have gained importance. However, realpolitik, nationalism and border securitisation often undermine this spirit, creating a paradox between environmental interdependence and political exclusivity. The…
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- Understanding the Paradox
- Case Study 1: South Asia — A Region of Ecological Unity, Political Division
- Case Study 2: Africa — Environmental Commons Divided by Postcolonial Borders
- Why Exclusionary Enforcement Wins in Practice
- The Path From Barriers to Bridges
- Conclusion
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