MPSE-012 · June 2025 · English
IGNOU MPSE-012 June 2025 Previous Year Question Paper
State and Society in Australia
Structured previous year question paper for MPSE-012, June 2025 session.
Max marks: 50 · Questions: 10 · Sections: 2
Verified: 19 Jul 2026
MASTER OF ARTS (POLITICAL
SCIENCE) (MPS)
Term-End Examination
June, 2025
MPSE-012 : STATE AND SOCIETY IN
AUSTRALIA
Time : 2 Hours Maximum Marks : 50
Note : Answer five questions in all, selecting at
least two questions from each Section.
Answer each question in maximum
400 words. All questions carry equal
marks.
Section—I
Q1.Explain the main characteristics of Australian population.
Q2.Critically examine the social impact of the Australian colonial policy towards the Aborigines.
Q3.Explain the origin and evolution of white Australian policy.
Q4.Discuss the formation of immigration and citizenship rights in Australia.
Q5.Write short notes any two of the following in about 200 words each : 2x5=10
(a) The Referendum of 1999
(b) Role of pressure groups in Australian Politics
(c) The Aboriginal Peoples’ Nationalism in Australia
(9) Multiculturalism in Australia
Section—II
Q6.Explain the nature of Australian federalism.
Q7.Discuss the electoral system and changing dynamics of the Australian party system.
Q8.Critically examine the development strategy which was followed in Australian society after the Second World War.
Q9.Briefly explain the status of women in Australian society.
Q10.Write a note on the Indian diaspora in Australia.