The Nature and Meaning of Power in Political Theory: Dimensions and Theoretical Perspectives Introduction Power is one of the most foundational and contested concepts in political theory. It determines who governs, how authority is exercised, and what forms of resistance are possible. At its core, power pertains to the capacity to effect outcomes in social … Continue reading Analyze the nature and meaning of power in political theory, exploring its various dimensions—coercive, persuasive, structural, and relational. Discuss how different theoretical traditions, including liberalism, Marxism, feminism, and post-structuralism, conceptualize power in relation to authority, legitimacy, and resistance.