One of the most essential characteristics of the state is
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A.
legitimacy -
B.
the civil service -
C.
the rule of law -
D.
sovereignty
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation
One of the most essential characteristics of the state is sovereignty.
Other characteristics are as follows:
1. Population
2. Territory
3. Government
4. Recognition
5. Permanence.
Note that the supreme power to make laws and enforce it is with the state. The sovereignty of a state is not negotiable and must be free from external control.