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.