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Political Science

Political Science is the systematic study of politics, government, and political behavior, focusing on how societies govern themselves and create public policies. It encompasses key concepts such as state, power, and sovereignty, and includes branches like Political Theory, Comparative Politics, and International Relations. The field is important for understanding governance, fostering informed citizenship, and addressing political and social issues.

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Political Science

Political Science is the systematic study of politics, government, and political behavior, focusing on how societies govern themselves and create public policies. It encompasses key concepts such as state, power, and sovereignty, and includes branches like Political Theory, Comparative Politics, and International Relations. The field is important for understanding governance, fostering informed citizenship, and addressing political and social issues.

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Political Science – Introduction Notes

Definition:
Political Science is the systematic study of politics, government, and political behavior. It
examines how societies govern themselves and how public policies are made and enforced.

Main Focus Areas:

 Government: Structures like legislatures, executives, and courts.


 Politics: Activities related to gaining and using power.
 Public Policies: Decisions and laws created by governments.
 Political Theories: Ideas about justice, rights, and democracy.

Key Concepts:

 State: A political organization with a centralized government that holds authority over a
territory.
 Power: The ability to influence others' behavior.
 Sovereignty: Supreme authority within a territory.
 Democracy vs. Autocracy: Rule by the people vs. rule by a single leader or small group.

Major Branches of Political Science:

 Political Theory: Studies ideas like liberty, justice, and rights.


 Comparative Politics: Compares political systems across countries.
 International Relations: Examines relationships between nations.
 Public Administration: Focuses on government policies and bureaucracy.
 Political Economy: Studies the link between politics and economics.

Importance of Political Science:

 Understands how societies are governed.


 Encourages informed citizenship.
 Helps solve political and social problems.
 Promotes peace, justice, and development.

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