MPS-002 · December 2014 · English
IGNOU MPS-002 December 2014 Previous Year Question Paper
International Relations: Theory and Problems
Structured previous year question paper for MPS-002, December 2014 session.
Max marks: 100 · Questions: 10
Verified: 19 Jul 2026
MASTER OF ARTS (Political Science)
BD Term-End Examination
” December, 2014
oO’ T ELAT
a MPS-002 : INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS :
THEORY AND PROBLEMS
Time : 3 hours Maximum Marks : 100
Note: Attempt five questions in all, selecting at least two from
each section. Each answer should not exceed 500 words
limit. All questions carry equal marks.
SECTION - I
Q1.Explain briefly the theory of conflict resolution in International Politics and highlight the divergent | views in the liberal school regarding conflict resolution.
Q2.What, in your understanding, are the views of humanists on the world order ? Elaborate.
Q3.| Whoare ‘middle powers’ ? How are they different from ‘emerging powers’ ? Explain with suitable examples.
Q4.Can the phenomenon of globalisation be analysed on the basis of the traditional theories of IR ? Discuss. MPS-002 1 P.T.O,
Q5.Explain the theory of comparative cost advantage in International Trade. SECTION - II
Q6.Describe briefly the new World Order and explain India’s role in it.
Q7.Critically examine the concept of self- determination in its applicability to multi-ethnic societies.
Q8.Sketch the recent trends in the development of technology and examine its impact on the International System.
Q9.Write a note on trade related aspects of Intellectual Property Rights.
Q10.What, in your view, are the major challenges faced by the indigenous people in today’s world ? Describe.