B.A. LL.B. (Five Years) Sem 1 Political Science (Theory and Thought) 2024 Aug Question Paper - KSLU

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UNIT - I

1. Q1 (a) Whether Political Science is an art or Science ? Discuss.
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2. Q1 OR Define state and explain its essential elements.
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3. Q1 (b) Write short note on : Evolutionary theory of state.
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4. Q1 OR Relationship and distinction between Political Science and Sociology.
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UNIT - II

1. Q2 (a) Discuss the contributions of Plato.
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2. Q2 OR Define "Sovereignty". Explain different types of Sovereignty.
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3. Q2 (b) Write short note on : Roman legal system.
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4. Q2 OR Aristotel's classification of Government.
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UNIT - III

1. Q3 (a) Explain the merits and demerits of individualism.
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2. Q3 OR Critically evaluate the contributions of Karl Marx on the theory of Marxism.
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3. Q3 (b) Write short note on : Non-coperation and civil dis-obedience.
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4. Q3 OR Socialism.
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UNIT - IV

1. Q4 (a) Define right. Explain the features and relationship between rights and duties.
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2. Q4 OR Explain various functions of the welfare state.
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3. Q4 (b) Write short note on : Human rights.
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4. Q4 OR Types of duties.
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UNIT - V

1. Q5 (a) Define democracy, bring out its merits and demerits.
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2. Q5 OR Define totalitarianism. Discuss the characteristics.
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3. Q5 (b) Write short note on : Main features of secularism.
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4. Q5 OR Types of democracy.
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