Consider the following passage : Dialogue is one of the most important tools of conflict resolution. It implies a sense of creating meaning through talking or reasoning together. The idea behind a dialogue is to bring together diverse groups of actors wit

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Q: 70 (CAPF/2010)
Consider the following passage : Dialogue is one of the most important tools of conflict resolution. It implies a sense of creating meaning through talking or reasoning together. The idea behind a dialogue is to bring together diverse groups of actors with differences in personal experiences, perceptions, and at times, a history of violent conflict between them. The aim of dialogical conflict resolution mechanisms is to create conditions for coordinated action towards a common goal : the end of violence and the emergence of an inclusive and peaceful society. From the above passage* what would you consider the best option for a successful dialogue between two conflicting actors ?

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History

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CAPF

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Option 1: Domination of the strong party in arriving at a negotiated settlement. This option suggests that one party should exert their dominance in order to reach a settlement. However, this goes against the idea of dialogue, which is about creating meaning through talking and reasoning together. It is important for both parties to be able to express their perspectives and find common ground.

Option 2: Work on building a meaningful relationship. This option aligns with the concept of dialogue as mentioned in the passage. It emphasizes the importance of creating meaning through talking and reasoning together. By building a meaningful relationship, the conflicting actors can develop trust, understanding, and empathy, which are essential for resolving conflicts and working towards a common goal.

Option 3: Use it as a means to buy time. This option suggests that dialogue should be used as a tactic to stall or delay the resolution of the conflict. However, the passage highlights the aim of dialogical conflict resolution mechanisms to end violence and establish a peaceful society. Using dialogue solely as a means to buy time may hinder the progress towards resolving the conflict.

Option 4: Create an asymmetric relationship. This option suggests that one party should have more power or control in the dialogue. However, the passage emphasizes the importance of bringing together diverse groups of actors