BPSE-144 · December 2025 · English
IGNOU BPSE-144 December 2025 Previous Year Question Paper
INTRODUCTION TO SOUTH ASIA
Structured previous year question paper for BPSE-144, December 2025 session.
Max marks: 100 · Questions: 8 · Sections: 2
Verified: 24 Aug 2026
B. A. (HONS.) POLITICAL SCIENCE/
B. A. (GENERAL)
(BAPSHIBAG)
Term-End Examination
December, 2025
BPSE-144 : AN INTRODUCTION TO SOUTH
ASIA
Time : 3 Hours Maximum Marks : 100
Note: This question paper has two Sections.
Answer five questions in all, selecting at
least two questions from each Section in
about 400 words each. Each question
carries 20 marks.
Section—I
Q1.What are the key geographical features that define South Asia ?
Q2.How has globalization influenced the economies of South Asian nations ?
Q3.How do South Asian countries manage their relationships with neighbouring countries, particularly in regards to border disputes and security concerns ?
Q4.Write short notes on the following in about
(a) Environmental issues in South Asia
(b) Issue of Migration
Section—II
Q5.How has India’s diverse cultural heritage influenced its identity and national policies ?
Q6.How does Pakistan address issues of governance and political stability, including the role of its military in domestic affairs ?
Q7.What are some of the key challenges facing South Asian countries in terms of development and governance ?
Q8.Write short notes on the following in about
(a) Ethnic Disputes in South Asia
(b) Drug Trafficking