MPS-003 · June 2014 · English
IGNOU MPS-003 June 2014 Previous Year Question Paper
India: Democracy and Development
Structured previous year question paper for MPS-003, June 2014 session.
Max marks: 100 · Questions: 9 · Sections: 2
Verified: 19 Jul 2026
MASTER OF ARTS
16955 (POLITICAL SCIENCE)
Term-End Examination
June, 2014
7 MPS-003 : INDIA : DEMOCRACY AND
DEVELOPMENT
Time: 3 hours , Maximum Marks : 100
Note: Atiempt five questions in all, selecting at least
two questions from each section. All questions
_ carry equal marks. Each question is to be
answered in about 500 words.
SECTIONI _
Q1.Discuss the nature and importance of | Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles of State Policy as instruments for socio-economic justice in India.
Q2.Describe and assess the distinctive features of the Administrative framework of India.
Q3.Critically evaluate the process of political democracy and economic development taking — place in India since the 1990s. .
Q4.Why is Judiciary being considered as the most effective organ for safeguarding the rights and interests of citizens ? Elaborate.
Q5.Critically analyse the impact of new media - technology on democracy and development.
SECTION II
Q6.How can development bring out a positive change in the status of women ? Explain.
Q7.Analyse regionalization of Indian politics and its implications for new economic policies.
Q8.What do you understand by sustainable development ? How can this be achieved ?
Q9.Assess the model of development planning as adopted and implemented in India. . 10. Describe and assess the nature of ethnic movements in the North-East. MPS-003 2 MPS-003 4 16,000