HUMAN NATURE: RESPONSIBLE FOR NEGATIVE PEACE
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Human nature plays a role in how we approach peace, as our inherent tendencies and behaviors can either contribute to or hinder the establishment of positive and sustainable peace. Negative peace, often defined as the absence of violent conflict without necessarily addressing the root causes of said conflict, is a controversial subject within peace studies. However, this study explores the concept of negative peace, primarily focusing on humanity's role as the potential instigator.
Human nature, socio-economic factors, and political structures are investigated as possible drivers of this temporary and potentially harmful peace. Through a comprehensive literature review, methodological research, and an in-depth analysis, this paper aims to foster a nuanced understanding of negative peace and its relation to human behavior and societal systems.
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