BPSE-144 · December 2022 · English
IGNOU BPSE-144 December 2022 Previous Year Question Paper
INTRODUCTION TO SOUTH ASIA
Structured previous year question paper for BPSE-144, December 2022 session.
Max marks: 100 · Questions: 8 · Sections: 2
Verified: 24 Aug 2026
BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONOURS) /
B.A. (GENERAL) POLITICAL SCIENCE
(BAPSH/BAG)
Term-End Examination
December, 2022
BPSE-144 : INTRODUCTION TO SOUTH ASIA
Time : 3 hours Maximum Marks : 100
Note: This question paper has two sections. Answer any
five questions, selecting at least two questions
from each section in about 400 words each. Each
question carries 20 marks.
SECTION I
Q1.What is Terrorism ? Do you think Pakistan has become the epicentre of terrorism ? Explain.
Q2.Explain ethnic conflicts in South Asia.
Q3.Explain the major challenges to trade relations among South Asian countries.
Q4.Write short notes on the following in about
(a) Global War on Terror
(b) Ganga Water Treaty
SECTION II
Q5.Explain the Chinese Policy in South Asia. Has it been detrimental for India ?
Q6.Elucidate the role of the Civil Society in South Asia.
Q7.Explain the major features and challenges of the Neighbourhood First Policy of India.
Q8.Write short notes on the following in about
(a) Lipulekh Controversy
(b) Taliban