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What are the three sub-disciplines of modern political science?
What are the three sub-disciplines of modern political science?
When did contemporary political science start to take shape as a distinct field?
When did contemporary political science start to take shape as a distinct field?
What distinguishes political science from history?
What distinguishes political science from history?
Which term was not always distinct from history into the late 19th century?
Which term was not always distinct from history into the late 19th century?
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What is the primary focus of political science as a social science?
What is the primary focus of political science as a social science?
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What are the three main sub-disciplines of modern political science?
What are the three main sub-disciplines of modern political science?
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When did contemporary political science start to take shape as a distinct field?
When did contemporary political science start to take shape as a distinct field?
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In the late 19th century, what was uncommon regarding political science and history?
In the late 19th century, what was uncommon regarding political science and history?
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What is the primary focus of political science as a social science?
What is the primary focus of political science as a social science?
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Study Notes
Development of Political Science
- Contemporary political science started to take shape as a distinct field in the late 19th century.
Characteristics of Political Science
- Distinguishes itself from history by focusing on the present and future, rather than solely on the past.
Sub-Disciplines of Political Science
- The three main sub-disciplines of modern political science are:
- Comparative politics
- International relations
- Political theory
Historical Context
- In the late 19th century, political science and history were not always distinct from each other.
- Political science as a term was not always distinct from history until the late 19th century.
Focus of Political Science
- The primary focus of political science as a social science is on understanding and analyzing political phenomena, institutions, and behaviors.
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Test your knowledge of political science with this quiz covering key concepts, theories, and sub-disciplines such as comparative politics, international relations, and political theory. Challenge yourself to see how well you understand the systems of governance, power dynamics, and political activities.
