MPS-001 · December 2024 · English
IGNOU MPS-001 December 2024 Previous Year Question Paper
Political Theory
Structured previous year question paper for MPS-001, December 2024 session.
Max marks: 100 · Questions: 10 · Sections: 2
Verified: 19 Jul 2026
MASTER OF ARTS
(POLITICAL SCIENCE) (MPS)
Term-End Examination
December, 2024
MPS-001 : POLITICAL THEORY
Time : 3 Hours Maximum Marks : 100
Note : Attempt total five questions, selecting at least
two questions from each Section. Answer
each question in about 500 words. Each
question carries 20 marks.
Section—I
Q1.What is Political Theory ? Explain.
Q2.Trace the historical background of Democracy.
Q3.Explain the meaning and significance of Rights.
Q4.What is liberalism ? Discuss its characteristics.
Q5.Explain the rise and growth of nationalism.
Section—II
Q6.Discuss John Rawls’ theory of justice.
Q7.Explain the concept of multiculturism and its critique.
Q8.Elaborate upon the notion of citizenship.
Q9.Discuss feminism and its different forms.
Q10.Explain the significance of civil society in democracy.