10 Questions
What is political science?
Political science is the scientific study of politics, including systems of governance and power.
What are the subdisciplines of modern political science?
The subdisciplines of modern political science are comparative politics, international relations, and political theory.
When did contemporary political science start to take shape as a distinct field?
Contemporary political science started to take shape as a distinct field in the latter half of the 19th century.
What did political science begin to separate itself from?
Political science began to separate itself from political philosophy and history.
What was it uncommon for political science to be considered as?
It was uncommon for political science to be considered as a distinct field from history.
What is the main reason why the early history of slavery in the Indian subcontinent is contested?
Translations of terms such as dasa and dasyu
Who stated that slavery was banned within the Maurya Empire?
Greek writer Megasthenes
During which period did slavery in India become a social institution?
The Muslim domination of northern India after the 11th century
What were the obligations assigned to slaves and hired workers within the Maurya Empire?
Obligations to slaves and hired workers were identified in the Edicts of Ashoka
Where were slaves from the Horn of Africa imported to serve?
The Indian subcontinent
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