One of the most essential characteristics of the state is
A. legitimacy B. the civil service C. the rule of law D. sovereignty
Correct Answer: 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.