B.A. LL.B. (Five Years) Sem 1 Political Science (Theory and Thought) 2025 Jan Question Paper - KSLU

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UNIT - I

1. Q1 (a) Define state and explain its elements.
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2. Q1 OR Discuss the 'Evolutionary Theory' of State.
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3. Q1 (b) Write short note on the relationship between the State and Association.
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4. Q1 OR Write a short note on Sovereignty.
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UNIT - II

1. Q2 (a) Examine Aristotle's views on revolution.
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2. Q2 OR Describe the pre-vedic period's ancient Indian Political Thought.
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3. Q2 (b) Write short note on Plato's theory of Justice.
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4. Q2 OR Write note on Roman Legal System in Ancient period.
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UNIT - III

1. Q3 (a) Describe the features of socialism.
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2. Q3 OR Explain the contributions of Marxism to Political Thought.
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3. Q3 (b) Write short note on individualism.
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4. Q3 OR Write an essay about Satyagraha.
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UNIT - IV

1. Q4 (a) Discuss the meaning and kinds of Rights.
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2. Q4 OR Analyse the features of welfare state.
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3. Q4 (b) Write short note on Fundamental Rights.
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4. Q4 OR Write note on duties.
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UNIT - V

1. Q5 (a) What are the essential conditions for the successfulness of democracy ? Discuss.
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2. Q5 OR Describe the meaning and features of dictatorship.
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3. Q5 (b) Write a short note on direct democracy.
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4. Q5 OR Write note on secularism.
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