MPSE-003 · June 2014 · English
IGNOU MPSE-003 June 2014 Previous Year Question Paper
Western Political Thought
Structured previous year question paper for MPSE-003, June 2014 session.
Max marks: 50 · Questions: 10 · Sections: 2
Verified: 19 Jul 2026
_ MASTER OF ARTS
12064 (POLITICAL SCIENCE)
Term-End Examination
June, 2014
MPSE-003 : WESTERN POLITICAL THOUGHT |
(FROM PLATO TO MARX)
Time : 2 hours Maximum Marks : 50
Note: Attempt five questions in all, selecting at least two
questions from each section.. All questions carry
oe equal marks. Each question is to be answered in
about 400 words.
SECTION I
Q1.What is the basic framework of Western Political Thought ? Elaborate.
Q2.On what grounds does Aristotle criticize Plato ? Discuss.
Q3.Why is Machiavelli regarded as the father of Modern Political Thought ? Explain.
Q4.What is Locke’s conception of the state of nature ह and natural rights ? Elucidate.
Q5.What is the essential basis of Rousseau’s critique of civil society ? Discuss.
SECTION II ;
Q6.What does Kant mean by “Categorical Imperative” ? Describe.
Q7.What are the basic characteristics of Bentham’s political theory ? Discuss.
Q8.On what grounds does J.S. Mill defend the importance of individual liberty ? Enumerate.
Q9.What were the major influences on Hegel? Describe.
Q10.Examine the importance of the theory of surplus value in comprehending Marx’s political theory. MPSE-003 2 MPSE-003 4 12,000