MPS-002 · December 2016 · English

IGNOU MPS-002 December 2016 Previous Year Question Paper

International Relations: Theory and Problems

Structured previous year question paper for MPS-002, December 2016 session.

Max marks: 100 · Questions: 11

Verified: 19 Jul 2026

MASTER OF ARTS

1 (POLITICAL SCIENCE)

3 Term-End Examination

a December, 2016

MPS-002 : INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS :

THEORY AND PROBLEMS

Time : 3 hours Maximum Marks : 100

Note: Attempt five questions in all, selecting attleast two from .

each section. Each answer should not exceed 500 words.

All questions carry equal marks.

SECTION - I

Q1.Explain the differences between Colonialism and Imperialism in theory and practice.

Q2.Critically evaluate the major arguments in the environment development debate.

Q3.| What are the chief attributes of Middle Power ?

Q4.Differentiate Middle Power from Emerging Power.

Q5.Explain the role and objectives of IMF and World Bank.

Q6.Define the concept of ‘World Order’. Would you consider the current world order as a new world order ? SECTION - II

Q7.What in your understanding are the motives and methods of international terrorism ?

Q8.Do you agree with the view that the state sovereignty has historically been changing ?

Q9.Enumerate and explain the major conventions on human rights sponsored by the UN.

Q10.| What do you understand by the term ‘ethnicity’ and explain the causes of ethnic resurgence in contemporary times ?

Q11.Globalisation is threatening human security. Do you agree ? Give reasons.