5 Questions
When did contemporary political science start to take shape as a distinct field?
Latter half of the 19th century
What are the three main sub-disciplines of modern political science?
Comparative politics, international relations, and political theory
What were the antecedents of the modern discipline of political science?
Moral philosophy, political economy, political theology, history, and other normative fields
What was uncommon in the late 19th century regarding the distinction of political science from history?
It was uncommon for political science to be considered a distinct field from history.
What is the primary focus of political science as a social science?
Systems of governance and power, and the analysis of political activities and behavior
Test your knowledge of the scientific study of politics, systems of governance, power, political activities, behavior, and constitutions. Explore the sub-disciplines of comparative politics, international relations, and political theory.
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