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GENETIC CLASSIFICATION OF BOUNDARIES 5 / 10 Marks

The genetic classification of political boundaries categorizes them based on their origin and historical development, including antecedent, subsequent, superimposed, relict, and functional boundaries. Each type reflects different influences such as natural features, cultural development, external imposition, historical significance, or administrative needs. This classification helps to understand the evolution and context of boundaries in relation to political, cultural, and social dynamics.

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GENETIC CLASSIFICATION OF BOUNDARIES 5 / 10 Marks

The genetic classification of political boundaries categorizes them based on their origin and historical development, including antecedent, subsequent, superimposed, relict, and functional boundaries. Each type reflects different influences such as natural features, cultural development, external imposition, historical significance, or administrative needs. This classification helps to understand the evolution and context of boundaries in relation to political, cultural, and social dynamics.

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Introduction:

The genetic classification of political boundaries refers to the categorization of


boundaries based on their origin and historical development. It helps in understanding the
political, cultural, and social forces behind them.

Genetic Classification: A brief classification is given below:

 Antecedent Boundaries: Boundaries established before significant human settlement or


cultural development often defined by natural features, like rivers, mountain ranges etc.

Example: The U.S.-Canada border along the 49th parallel


 Subsequent Boundaries: Boundaries that are established after the cultural development
of cultural landscape and are influenced by migration, conflicts, political agreements etc.

Example: India and Pakistan boundary .

 Superimposed Boundaries: Boundaries imposed by external powers, undermining


existing situation. These are often drawn during colonization, military conquest etc.

Example: Many African countries have this type of boundaries.

 Relict Boundaries: Boundaries that no longer functions but still hold historical, cultural,
or symbolic significance even if they are modified .

Example: The Berlin Wall between East and West Germany.

 Functional (or Operational) Boundaries: These are boundaries defined by economic or


administrative functions and people’s need.

 Example: Electoral District boundaries..

Conclusion: The genetic classification of boundaries aids in understanding their evolution and
the historical, political, and social contexts, influencing relationships between states, regions, and
peoples.

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