MPSE-012 · June 2018 · English

IGNOU MPSE-012 June 2018 Previous Year Question Paper

State and Society in Australia

Structured previous year question paper for MPSE-012, June 2018 session.

Max marks: 50 · Questions: 10

Verified: 19 Jul 2026

MASTER OF ARTS

Yet (POLITICAL SCIENCE)

ng Term-End Examination

5 June, 2018

MPSE-012 : STATE AND SOCIETY IN AUSTRALIA

Time : 2 hours Maximum Marks : 50

Note: Answer a total of five questions selecting atleast two

from each section. Answer in a maximum of 500 words

each. All questions carry equal marks.

SECTION -I

Q1.Discuss the formation of state and society in Australia.

Q2.Discuss the culturing diversities in Australia.

Q3.Who are the aboriginals in Australia ? Critically evaluate the colonial policies on aboriginals.

Q4.In what respects, the 1999 Referendum was a failure ? Elaborate your reasons.

Q5.Write an essay on the nature of federalism in the light of Hawke's idea of ‘new federalism’. SECTION - I

Q6.Evaluate the nature of Australian nationalism in the prevalent socio-cultural milieu.

Q7.How do you account for the view that the 1988 Economic Settlement in Australia designed her development strategies in a unique fashion? Give reasons to your answer.

Q8.Australia is an immigrant society. Comment.

Q9.Briefly explain multiculturalism in Australia.

Q10.Write a critical essay on women participation in politics and government in Australia. MPSE-012 2 MPSE-012 .