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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