The Rise of Global Citizenship
Advocates of global citizenship argue that despite the absence of a formal global community, people already feel connected across borders.
Instances like the global aid response to the Asian tsunami showcase the potential for a unified global society. Strengthening this sense of solidarity, they contend, is crucial for fostering a global citizenship mindset.
Class 11 Polity Chapter 6: Global Citizenship
In a world where tragedies like the 2004 South Asian tsunami elicit global sympathy, where terrorists are connected internationally, and where the United Nations collaborates to prevent pandemics, it’s evident: we live in an interconnected world.
The emergence of new communication technologies has collapsed geographical barriers, transforming how we perceive global events.