Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

political-geography

Noun
/pəˈlɪtɪkəl dʒiˈɒɡrəfi/
Definition
The study of the spatial distribution of political processes and the relationships between space, place, and politics.
Examples
  • Political geography helps us understand the influence of borders on national policies.
  • Researchers in political geography analyze voting patterns across different regions.
  • The political geography of the region has changed due to recent elections.
Meaning
Political geography examines how geographical space affects political behavior, the distribution of power, and political interactions among different entities.
Synonyms
  • Geopolitics
  • Political ecology
  • Territorial politics