BLS LLB 5 Years Sem 3 Political Science 2 2024-25 ATKT Set 2 75/25 Question Paper - Mumbai University | munotes

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SECTION I - Q. No. 1: Answer the following questions in two Sentences (Any Six) (12 Marks - 2 marks each)

1. Q1 What is power? Write any two characteristics of power.
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2. Q2 Explain the concept of Sarvodaya?
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3. Q3 Name any two liberal features in Indian constitution.
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4. Q4 What is Surplus Value?
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5. Q5 Explain any two elements essential for successful democracy.
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6. Q6 What is an unjust law?
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7. Q7 What is the purpose of punishment?
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8. Q8 Name any two countries which have two party system.
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SECTION II - Q. No. 2: Write Short Notes on (Any Two) (12 Marks - 6 marks each)

1. Q9 Explain various methods of exercising power.
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2. Q10 Trace the journey of liberalism from Negative Liberalism to Positive Liberalism.
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3. Q11 Write a note on grounds of political obligation.
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4. Q12 Evaluate Gandhian concept of Gram Swaraj.
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SECTION III - Q. No. 3: Answer any Two (12 Marks - 6 marks each)

1. Q13 This theory is considered as an offshoot of liberalism. The main argument of this theory is that whatever is useful, is good. (1) Identify the theory and name two main proponents of this theory. (2) What are the shortcomings of this theory?
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2. Q14 This theory of punishment endorses an approach of tit for tat and believes in harsh punishment. (1) Identify the theory of punishment. Explain any two features of this theory of punishment. (2) What are the shortcomings of this theory?
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3. Q15 "A" is a movie superstar and has portrayed a character of an honest police officer and social reformer in multiple films. He also has great oratory skills. Basis these skills, A contests election and wins with a record margin. (1) Identify the type of authority A possesses that resulted in his electoral victory. Explain any two features of this type of authority. (2) What is De Jure authority?
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4. Q16 The recent farmers protests resulted in the government withdrawing the three farm laws. (1) What are interest groups? What is their role in democracy? (2) Discuss Nelson Mandela's views on Right to resistance.
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SECTION IV - Q. No. 4: Answer the following in detail (Any Three) (39 Marks - 13 marks each)

1. Q17 Explain the concept of class war given by Karl Marx. Evaluate the theory of circulation of elite.
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2. Q18 What are the basic principles of Socialism? Discuss the impact of socialism on Indian constitution.
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3. Q19 Critically analyse Reformative theory of punishment. Discuss the implicit biases in the justice delivery system.
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4. Q20 Discuss the reasons for rise of strong regional parties in India. Write a note on the challenges faced by democracy in 21st century.
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5. Q21 What is legitimacy? Distinguish between Power and Authority.
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