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During which century did contemporary political science begin to take shape?
During which century did contemporary political science begin to take shape?
- Early 17th century
- Latter half of the 19th century (correct)
- Mid-20th century
- Early 18th century
What does political science primarily study?
What does political science primarily study?
- Social media trends
- Systems of governance and power (correct)
- Environmental policies
- Economic systems
What did political science begin to separate itself from in the latter half of the 19th century?
What did political science begin to separate itself from in the latter half of the 19th century?
- Criminal justice and public administration
- Anthropology and psychology
- Economics and sociology
- Political philosophy and history (correct)
What were the antecedents of the modern discipline of political science?
What were the antecedents of the modern discipline of political science?
Which are the three main sub-disciplines of modern political science?
Which are the three main sub-disciplines of modern political science?
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Birth of Political Science
Birth of Political Science
The field of political science began to take shape in the latter half of the 19th century, evolving distinct from other fields like political philosophy and history.
What does political science study?
What does political science study?
Political science focuses on examining and understanding how systems of governance and power operate.
Political Science's Shift
Political Science's Shift
Political science moved away from being purely philosophical or historical, aiming for a more analytical and scientific approach to understanding politics.
Roots of Modern Political Science
Roots of Modern Political Science
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Main branches of Political Science
Main branches of Political Science
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Study Notes
Development of Political Science
- Contemporary political science began to take shape in the 19th century.
Focus of Political Science
- Political science primarily studies government institutions, political processes, and political behavior.
Emergence of Political Science
- In the latter half of the 19th century, political science began to separate itself from philosophy and history.
Roots of Political Science
- The antecedents of the modern discipline of political science can be traced back to ancient Greece, the Middle Ages, and the Enlightenment.
Sub-Disciplines of Political Science
Comparative Politics
- Compares political institutions and processes across countries.
International Relations
- Examines the interactions between nations, international organizations, and global issues.
Political Theory
- Explores the fundamental concepts, values, and ideas that shape political thought and action.
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