Which of the following statements about Pakistan's slide toward state failure is accurate?
A)Pakistan's lack of a central government at the time of formation may have contributed to its continued weakness.
B)Central authority in Pakistan is too strong, leading to the formation of rebellious military groups on its borders.
C)Constant warfare has led to a weak Pakistani military that is unable to provide sufficient state support.
D)The first Pakistani leadership regime was too strongly institutionalized after independence.
E)The state maintains too tight a monopoly over the use of violence and economic assets in the country.

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Pakistan's lack of a central government at the time of formation may have contributed to its continued weakness. The country was formed from two geographically and culturally disparate regions (East and West Pakistan) which were separated by over 1000 miles of Indian territory. The new state had little in the way of a bureaucratic and governmental structure in place, and this impeded its ability to function effectively. This systemic weakness has perpetuated over time, with a lack of strong institutions and rampant corruption further weakening the state.

Which of the Following Statements About Pakistan's Slide Toward State