MPS-003 · June 2016 · English
IGNOU MPS-003 June 2016 Previous Year Question Paper
India: Democracy and Development
Structured previous year question paper for MPS-003, June 2016 session.
Max marks: 100 · Questions: 10
Verified: 19 Jul 2026
wl MASTER OF ARTS
छः (POLITICAL SCIENCE)
2 Term-End Examination
June, 2016
MPS-003 : INDIA : DEMOCRACY AND
DEVELOPMENT
Time : 3 hours Maximum Marks : 100
Note: Answer any five questions. Selecting at least two from
each section. Each question is to be answered in about
500 words. Each question carries 20 marks.
SECTION - I
Q1.Discuss the significance of Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles of State Policy as instruments of social change.
Q2.How does social inequality affect the development policies of the Indian state ? Discuss.
Q3.Explain and evaluate the changing nature of local - self government after implementation of 73*4 and 74‘ Constitutional Amendments.
Q4.Write an essay on the role and performance of Parliament in India.
Q5.Evaluate the role of Judiciary in safeguarding the tights and interests of the citizens. SECTION - II
Q6.How has competitive party system influenced political participation in India ? Examine.
Q7.What do you understand by Identity politics ? Explain.
Q8.Describe and evaluate the role of media in shaping public policies and public opinion.
Q9.Write a note on the relationship between gender and development.
Q10.Whatis Liberalisation? Analyse its economic and political consequences.