MPSE-012 · December 2015 · English
IGNOU MPSE-012 December 2015 Previous Year Question Paper
State and Society in Australia
Structured previous year question paper for MPSE-012, December 2015 session.
Max marks: 50 · Questions: 10 · Sections: 2
Verified: 19 Jul 2026
MASTER OF ARTS
(POLITICAL SCIENCE)
02558 Term-End Examination
December, 2015
MPSE-012 : STATE AND SOCIETY IN AUSTRALIA
Time : 2 hours Maximum Marks : 50
Note: Attempt five questions in all, selecting at least two
questions from each section. Answer each question
in about 400 words. All questions carry equal
marks.
SECTION I
Q1.Discuss how the Australian Identity has been transformed over the years.
Q2.Describe the broad features of the Australian multiculturalism.
Q3.Examine the main ‘constituents’ of governance in the Australian Constitution.
Q4.Is there a trend towards centralisation in the Australian Federalism ? Discuss.
Q5.Explain how Australian economy has been restructured to meet the challenges of globalisation.
SECTION II
Q6.Examine the recent trends in the Australian Party System.
Q7.The development strategies adopted by the : Australian government contributed towards the upliftment of the aboriginals. Discuss.
Q8.Describe the nature of ethnic diversity of the Australian population.
Q9.Explain the evolution and role of Indian diaspora in the Australian Society.
Q10.Examine the role of women in Australian politics. 10 MPSE-012 2 MPSE-012 4 3,000