[BA 1st Sem Question Papers, Dibrugarh University, 2012, Political Science, General, Political Theory]
1. Write/Select the correct answer: 1x8=8
- “The science of politics begins with Aristotle” was said by Jean Bodin/Thomas Aquinas/Frederick Pollock.
- Who first used the historical method to study Political Science?
- What is the meaning of ‘Sarvodaya’?
- “No State no Sovereignty, no Sovereignty no State” was said by Laski/ Burgess/Gilchrist.
- The term ‘Federation’ is derived from Latin/Greek/Roman word ‘Foedus’.
- Rights are conditions of Liberty. (Yes/No)
- Who wrote the book, The Prince?
- Who is considered as the father of ‘Modern Sovereignty’?
2. Answer the following questions (within 150 words): 4x4=16
- Write four basic characteristics of Democracy.
- Point out four differences between Federation and Confederation.
- Distinguish between Power and Authority.
- Write four sources of Power.
Answer the following questions (within 500 words):
3. Discuss the subject matter of Political Science as a discipline. 12
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State and criticize the institutional approach to the study of Political Science.
4. What is Justice? Discuss various kinds of Justice. 3+8=11
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What is Liberty? Discuss various conditions for the safeguard of liberty. 3+8=11
5. Define State. Mention the differences between Government and State. 3+8=11
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Discuss critically John Austin’s theory of Sovereignty. 11
6. What are the characteristics of a Federal Government? Discuss four merits of Federal Government. 7+4=11
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Discuss the conditions for the success of Democracy. 11
7. Discuss the basic principles of Gandhism. 11
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What is Socialism? Discuss the arguments for and against socialism. 3+8=11
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