1. The Paradox of American Power
... United States" number one competitor. After the fall of the USSR and the end of the Cold War, they have been very quiet on a global level. The fact that Russia is the only country with enough nuclear weapons to destroy the United States does play a factor, but the instability of ... and illiteracy rate. The only factor, which makes them a player in world affairs, is their large population and the possession of nuclear weapons. Also, the presence of soft power helps India to be considered a world power. Indian information systems are playing a major role in its transformation into a player...
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- Grade Level: High School