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Psychology

Theories of Ethnic Conflict and Accommodation

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Studies show that ethnic conflicts are rarely caused by 'ancient hatreds' alone; instrumentalist theories demonstrate that political elites often stir up ethnic tensions to gain power or resources, making conflict a strategic choice rather than an inevitable eruption.

Why this is interesting

You've seen the news: two groups, centuries of hatred, a spark—and war. But is ethnic conflict really just ancient animosity boiling over, or something more calculated?