Nations fail when they are unable to adapt to changing circumstances or when they are unable to govern themselves effectively.
There are several factors that can contribute to a nation’s failure, including:
Lack of a strong central government: This can be caused by a lack of leadership or authority within the country, which leads to power struggles and other conflicts among political factions.
Lack of an effective legal system: If there is no basis for civil law, then there will be no protection for citizens from harm inflicted by others—and without laws in place, it’s impossible for a nation to develop as an effective society.
Lack of a unified national identity: A common culture and shared values are essential for building trust between people and creating unity within a country; without these things, it becomes difficult for citizens to feel like part of something bigger than themselves (and therefore less likely to cooperate toward common goals).
Ethnic and religious divisions: When different groups have different beliefs about what should come first (such as individual rights versus community responsibilities), this often creates tension within society—but it also means that each group will fight against any attempts at change because they view such efforts as threats against their own beliefs.