The winds of change, 1947–1967 (A-level only) key terms

Self-determination

The right of a people to determine their own political status and pursue their economic, social, and cultural development.

Colonialism

The practice of acquiring full or partial political control over another country, occupying it with settlers, and exploiting it economically.

Nationalism

A political ideology that emphasizes the interests and culture of a particular nation, often leading to the desire for independence.

Imperialism

A policy or ideology of extending a country's power and influence through colonization, military force, or other means.

Nationalism

A political ideology that emphasizes the interests and culture of a particular nation, often leading to the desire for independence from colonial rule.

Self-determination

The principle that nations have the right to determine their own political status and pursue their own economic, social, and cultural development.

Nationalism

A political ideology that emphasizes the interests and culture of a particular nation, often leading to the desire for independence.

Colonialism

The practice of acquiring and maintaining colonies, often involving the exploitation of resources and people.

Nationalism

A political ideology that emphasizes the interests and culture of a particular nation, often leading to the desire for independence.

Post-colonialism

An academic discipline that examines the cultural, political, and economic legacies of colonialism and imperialism.

Decolonization

The process by which colonies gained independence from colonial powers, particularly in the mid-20th century.

Nationalism

A political ideology that emphasizes the interests and culture of a particular nation, often leading to the desire for independence from colonial rule.