MPSE-005 · June 2013 · English
IGNOU MPSE-005 June 2013 Previous Year Question Paper
State and Society in Africa
Structured previous year question paper for MPSE-005, June 2013 session.
Max marks: 50 · Questions: 10
Verified: 19 Jul 2026
MASTER OF ARTS
2 (POLITICAL SCIENCE)
O Term-End Examination
June, 2013
MPSE-005 : STATE AND SOCIETY IN AFRICA
Time : 2 hours Maximum Marks : 50
Note: Attempt five questions in all, selecting at least two
questions from each section. Answer each question in
about 400 words. All questions carry equal marks.
SECTION - I
Q1.In what ways did colonialism alter the domestic and international economic relations of the African Continent ? Discuss.
Q2.Describe the nature of anti-colonial movements in Africa.
Q3.Discuss the distinct features of African States.
Q4.Briefly examine the forms and causes of violence in Africa.
Q5.Discuss the factors leading to the rise of multi- party regimes in Africa. SECTION-IT
Q6.Write a short note on:
(a) British and French pattern of colonialism in Africa.
(b) The end of Slave trade.
Q7.Examine the impact of globalisation on Africa’s economic development.
Q8.Bring out the salient features of :
(a) Peacekeeping in post-cold war period.
(b) Political parties in Africa.
Q9.Trace the developments leading to the establishment of the African Union.
Q10.Comment on the nature of India - Africa relations in the post-war period. MPSE-005 2 aaa) - wus-Il