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 ?