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To what extent does Morton Kaplan’s systems theory of international politics diverge from the foundational principles of general systems theory, and how do these conceptual tensions affect its analytical utility in the study of global political systems?

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Morton Kaplan’s Systems Theory and Its Conceptual Divergence from General Systems Theory: Implications for Analyzing Global Political Structures The post-World War II period in international relations theory witnessed the proliferation of interdisciplinary approaches, particularly the adoption of structural and systemic frameworks inspired by the broader field of general systems theory (GST). Among the most influential … Continue reading To what extent does Morton Kaplan’s systems theory of international politics diverge from the foundational principles of general systems theory, and how do these conceptual tensions affect its analytical utility in the study of global political systems?