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political obligation  

Definition

  • The term political obligation generally means a moral requirement to obey the laws of one's country. Such a requirement must encompass more than self-interested or prudential considerations, especially concern that one will be punished for violations. [Source: The Encyclopedia of Political Science; Political Obligation]

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