Geography, Transparency and Institutions

Joram Mayshar, Omer Moav () and Zvika Neeman
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Zvika Neeman: Tel-Aviv University

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Abstract: We propose a theory by which geographic attributes explain cross-regional institutional differences in : (1) the scale of the state, (2) the distribution of power within state hierarchy, and (3) property rights over land. The mechanism that underlies our theory concerns the states extractive capacity. In particular, we argue that the ability to appropriate revenue from the farming sector is affected by the transparency of farming which, in turn, is affected by geography and technology. We apply the theory to explain the differences between the institutions of Ancient Egypt, Southern Mesopotamia and Northern Mesopotamia

Keywords: Geography; Transparency; Institutions; Land Tenure; State Capacity; State Concentration (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: D02 D82 H10 O43 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2016
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Journal Article: Geography, Transparency, and Institutions (2017)
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Working Paper: Geography, Transparency and Institutions (2013)
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