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6.Citizenship

Citizenship represents full and equal membership within a political community, which includes certain rights and obligations. The exploration of citizenship encompasses various struggles for rights and identity, especially within diverse nation-states. Key discussions include the demands for equal membership, the struggles of marginalized groups, and the concept of global citizenship, which seeks to address the challenges faced by stateless individuals and refugees in a connected world.

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  • 6

    Citizenship

    Citizenship is defined as full and equal membership in a political community, encompassing rights, obligations, and ongoing struggles for equality.

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  • 6.1

    Introduction

    Citizenship signifies full and equal membership in a political community, encompassing the rights and protections citizens expect from their state.

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  • 6.2

    Full And Equal Membership

    This section discusses the concept of citizenship as full and equal membership in a political community, highlighting challenges and conflicts regarding rights and identity among citizens, particularly concerning 'insiders' and 'outsiders'.

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  • 6.3

    Equal Rights

    This section explores the concept of equal rights within citizenship, focusing on the urban poor and their contributions and challenges.

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  • 6.4

    Citizen And Nation

    This section discusses the relationship between citizens and the nation, emphasizing the complexities of national identity and citizenship criteria in various democratic states.

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  • 6.5

    Universal Citizenship

    This section discusses the challenges of universal citizenship, emphasizing the plight of stateless individuals and the various barriers to citizenship faced by migrants and refugees.

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  • 6.6

    Global Citizenship

    Global citizenship emphasizes interconnectedness and the need for cooperative action across national boundaries, addressing issues like migration and humanitarian crises.

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