How were the state borders formed?

Answer 1

There are many factors used to create state borders. Natural land features, such as mountain ridges, rivers and shorelines are the most common. In other instances it is an arbitrary line drawn on a line of latitude or longitude. In some instances, political influence was used to adjust lines. Another factor was an effort to provide states with access to the ocean or waterways, a critical factor in the early transportation lines.

Answer 2

State borders in many countries were formed through a combination of historical events, treaties, geographical features, and political decisions. Some borders were established through wars, colonization, and negotiation between countries. Complex factors such as cultural, ethnic, and economic considerations often influenced the final demarcation of state borders.