Punjab University 2009 B.A Political Science : B, : Part - II - Question Paper

POLITICAL SCIENCE - Paper : B
(Indian Politics)
B.A. 2nd Year

Time Allowed : 3 Hours Maximum Marks : 90

Note: (i) Question No. one is compulsory. Attempt nine ques. in 25-30 words of two marks
each.

(ii) Attempt any 1 ques. from every Part. every ques. will carry 18 marks.

PART-A

1. Write the names of national Parties in India ?

2. What do you understand by coalition politics ?

3. Name 4 political parties which form a part of current coalition government of
U.P.A.

4. When was Indian National Congress formed ?

5. Which is the official language of India ?

6. Give 2 impacts of caste on politics.

7. Write 2 slogans that have influenced voting behavior of electoral politics in
India.

8. What do you understand by Hindu Revivalism ?

9. Give names of 4 regional parties.

10. Who is the current President of Indian National Congress ?

11. Name the Chief Election Commissioner of India.

12. What do you mean by foreign policy ?

13. What do you understand by liberalization ?

14. Write 4 characteristics of India's Foreign Policy ?

15. Write 2 advantages of Non-Aligned Movement in India ?


PART-B

1. Critically evaluate the ideology, social base policies and programme
of Bhartiya Janata Party.[Marks 18]

2. Discuss the nature of party system in India.[Marks 18]

PART-C

1. Discuss the determinant factors of voting behavior in India?[Marks 18]

2. Discuss the role of pressure groups in India.[Marks 18]

PART-D

1. Comment on the Emerging patterns in Indian Politics.[Marks 18]

2. What is the politics of reservation ? provide arguments for and against
reservation.[Marks 18]

PART-E

1. What do you mean by foreign policy ? explain the main determinants
of foreign policy.[Marks 18]

2. Analyse the policy of non-alignment of India. What is its relevance
today ?[Marks 18]

Earning:   Approval pending.