Concepts in Comparative Political Analysis — DU B.A. (Hons.) Political Science Previous Year Question Papers

1. What is Capitalism? Explain the origin and development of Capitalism. Discuss the evolution, growth and decline of socialism. How did the disintegration of USSR reshape the world order? 3. Discuss the various discourses on nationalism that developed in Western societies. Why does India need a separate discourse on nationalism? 4. Define federalism. Examine the debates around the territorial division of power in modern federations. 'Security state often fails to protect the democratic values'. In light of this statement, explain the features of security state in the globalized world with suitable examples. 6. How has the idea of constitutionalism evolved in modern societies? What are the challenges faced by constitutionalism in post-colonial societies? 7. Elections play the foundational role in modern democracies.' Examine the statement in the light of different types of electoral systems prevailing in modern times. 8. Differentiate between political party and party system. Discuss the role and issues associated with multi-party system in modern democracies. 10. Write short notes on Any Two of the following : (a) Neo-liberalism (b) First Past the Post system (c) Dominant Party System