What characteristic sets modern nation-states apart from traditional civilizations?

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A shared national identity accompanied by specific symbols and valuesSovereign control over a defined geographic areaThe provision of citizenship rights to its inhabitantsAll of the above

Explanation

Modern nation-states are defined by a combination of features: a collective national identity with unique symbols and beliefs, sovereign governance over a clearly defined territory, and the extension of citizenship rights to their population. Therefore, all these elements together distinguish modern nation-states from traditional civilizations.