The Montevideo Convention codifies the requirements for statehood. This international treaty establishes four criteria for defining a state as a person of international law:
- Permanent Population: A stable group of people living in a specific territory.
- Defined Territory: A recognized geographical area under the state's control.
- Government: An established political structure maintaining authority and order.
- Capacity to Enter into Relations with Other States: Ability to engage independently in foreign affairs.
The correct answer, based on these criteria, is Statehood.