B.A. LL.B. (Five Years) Sem 1 Political Science (Theory and Thought) 2022 Oct Question Paper - KSLU

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UNIT - I

1. Q1 (a) Define State and explain its essential elements.
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2. Q1 OR Discuss the scope and importance of Political Science.
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3. Q1 (b) Explain the features of Sovereignty.
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4. Q1 OR Distinction between State and Society.
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UNIT - II

1. Q2 (a) Discuss Aristotles views on citizenship, slavery and property.
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2. Q2 OR Describe Machiavellis theory of power.
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3. Q2 (b) Explain Plato's views on Education.
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4. Q2 OR Discuss the Saptanga theory of State according to the ancient Indian Philosophy.
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UNIT - III

1. Q3 (a) Write an essay on the contribution of Mahatma Gandhiji to political philosophy.
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2. Q3 OR Define Socialism, explain the merits and demerits of Socialism.
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3. Q3 (b) Communism.
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4. Q3 OR Basic principles of Individualism.
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UNIT - IV

1. Q4 (a) Define Welfare State. Explain characteristics of Welfare State.
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2. Q4 OR Define "Rights". Describe Civil and Political Rights.
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3. Q4 (b) Human rights and fundamental rights.
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4. Q4 OR Meaning and kinds of Fundamental Duties.
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UNIT - V

1. Q5 (a) Define Democracy. Explain the essential elements for the successful working of Democracy.
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2. Q5 OR Explain the meaning, features of the Dictatorship.
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3. Q5 (b) Main features of Secularism.
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4. Q5 OR Direct and Indirect Democracy.
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