Description
This topic focuses on developing a comprehensive understanding of the foundational concepts and their evolution, including:
- Political Theory: Its meaning, nature, scope, and relevance in the modern context.
- Political Philosophy: How it differs from Political Theory and Political Thought, along with its broader normative focus.
- Political Thought: Historical perspectives and the role of thinkers in shaping political ideas.
- Political Science: Its definition, scope, and relationship with theory, philosophy, and thought.
Additionally, this topic delves into the critical phases of:
- The Decline of Political Science: Understanding the reasons for its diminished prominence during certain periods.
- The Resurgence of Political Science: Exploring how the discipline reasserted its relevance in contemporary academia and politics.
By mastering these areas, students will gain a robust conceptual framework essential for tackling Political Science topics in the UGC NET exam.
