MPSE-005 · June 2015 · English
IGNOU MPSE-005 June 2015 Previous Year Question Paper
State and Society in Africa
Structured previous year question paper for MPSE-005, June 2015 session.
Max marks: 50 · Questions: 10 · Sections: 1
Verified: 19 Jul 2026
MASTER OF ARTS
(POLITICAL SCIENCE)
Term-End Examination
01688 June, 2015
MPSE-005 : STATE AND SOCIETY IN AFRICA
Time:2hours - Maximum Marks : 50
Note: Attempt five questions in all, selecting at least two
questions from each section. Each question is to be
answered in about 400 words. All questions carry
equal marks.
SECTION I
Q1.Discuss the historical evolution of Central and Southern African Region.
Q2.Discuss the expansion of European colonialism in Africa.
Q3.Write short notes on the following : 10
(a) Colonial Economic Legacies
(b) Slave Trade
Q4.Examine the rise of nationalism in Africa.
Q5.Discuss the impact of structural adjustment programmes in Africa’s development. 10 MPSE-005 2 SECTION IIT
Q6.Write a note on the relationship between environment and development in the context of Africa.
Q7.Comment on the role of military in African politics.
Q8.Write short notes on the following : 10
(a) Organisation of African Unity (OAU)
(b) Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in Africa
Q9.Discuss the UN peace-keeping operations in Africa.
Q10.Examine the issues of Human Security in Africa. 10 Aare | at weal & ate ars & | art I MPSE-005 4 MPSE-005 6 4,000