Can nationalism ever be positive? If so, how? Why is nationalism negative? How does it negate conceptions of universal citizenship? What are some of the explanations of the rise of ethno-nationalism during times of social, economic, and political instability?

And Explanation:

A) Can nationalism ever be positive? If so, how?

Yes nationalism has been essentially ideology force in recent times, it can be positive because it's positivity can be felt in different areas in the nation development for instance nationalism

seeks to preserve and foster the traditional culture of a nation, and also brings about cultural revivals through nationalist movements. It has brought encouragement to the pride in national achievements which can be associated to patriotism.

B) Nationalism can be negative if it's abused or it'd too much. Negative nationalists prey most directly on people who are losing ground economically and socially. For example the recent resurgence of negative nationalism in country like Austria, France, where among blue-collar manufacturing. Negative nationalism can result to the ill of blind allegiance to a particular state. For instance in a situation where decisions are accepted because people just want to follow order and at the end the people individual would not be able to make principled decisions in commerce, even negotiation.

Nationalism negate conceptions of universal citizenship with

the challenge of developing respect for majority rule and minority rights

C) What are some of the explanations of the rise of ethno-nationalism during times of social, economic, and political instability?

The weakness in Global economic and a increase in inequality appear causing rise in growth of ethnic nationalism.