MGP-004 · June 2016 · English

IGNOU MGP-004 June 2016 Previous Year Question Paper

Gandhi's Political Thought

Structured previous year question paper for MGP-004, June 2016 session.

Max marks: 50 · Questions: 10

Verified: 19 Jul 2026

M.A. IN GANDHI AND PEACE STUDIES

N Term-End Examination

eo June, 2016

© MGP-004 : GANDHI’S POLITICAL THOUGHT

Time : 2 hours Maximum Marks : 50

Note:

(i) Answer any five questions in about 500 words each.

(ii) Attempt atleast two questions from each section.

(iti) Each question carries 10 marks.

SECTION - I

Q1.Gandhi's thinking reflects a profound influence of Western thinkers. What are the intellectual influences that shaped his views and ideas ?

Q2.What is Gram Swaraj ? How does this empower the basic structure of village republic ?

Q3.How does the concept of Ahimsa help in realising the attainment of Swaraj ? Explain.

Q4.Write short notes on :

(a) Rights and duties

(b) Racial and Caste Equality

Q5.Gandhi believed that a non-violent struggle against colonialism is the best method to attain Swaraj. Elaborate. SECTION - It

Q6.What do you understand by Liberalism and Constitutionalism ? What are Gandhi's views on this subject ?

Q7.What is Fascism ? Enumerate Gandhi's Critique of Fascism and its negative effects.

Q8.| Gandhi viewed the notion of dictatorship as a moral degeneration of the ruler and the ruled. Comment.

Q9.Write short notes on :

(a) Direct and indirect violence

(b) Requisites for a Peaceful world order

Q10.What are the techniques of Satyagraha ? How relevant is this concept today ?