Topic: Great empires are often brought down by their own 'suicide. (Read 38 times)
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After examining the historical cycles of rise and fall, Turchin identified four factors that lead to the structural instability of a country or civilization:
The widespread economic deterioration that leads to mass unrest: When the overall economic situation deteriorates, causing widespread hardship, it often triggers mass movements and social unrest.
The expansion of the elite class, which can lead to internal conflicts: As the elite class grows, internal conflicts may emerge, weakening the unity and stability of the governing structures.
The worsening fiscal situation and the weakening of national legitimacy: A deteriorating fiscal condition, combined with a weakening sense of legitimacy in the government, erodes the foundation of a state's authority.
Geopolitical factors: External geopolitical pressures, such as conflicts, invasions, or international tensions, also contribute to the instability of a nation.
The widespread economic deterioration that leads to mass unrest: When the overall economic situation deteriorates, causing widespread hardship, it often triggers mass movements and social unrest.
The expansion of the elite class, which can lead to internal conflicts: As the elite class grows, internal conflicts may emerge, weakening the unity and stability of the governing structures.
The worsening fiscal situation and the weakening of national legitimacy: A deteriorating fiscal condition, combined with a weakening sense of legitimacy in the government, erodes the foundation of a state's authority.
Geopolitical factors: External geopolitical pressures, such as conflicts, invasions, or international tensions, also contribute to the instability of a nation.
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