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What is political science?
What is political science?
- The study of computer science
- The study of literature and arts
- The scientific study of politics and systems of governance and power (correct)
- The study of natural science
When did contemporary political science start to take shape?
When did contemporary political science start to take shape?
- Latter half of the 19th century (correct)
- Latter half of the 18th century
- Early 20th century
- During the Renaissance period
What are the three sub-disciplines of modern political science?
What are the three sub-disciplines of modern political science?
- Philosophy, literature, and arts
- Economics, sociology, and psychology
- Comparative politics, international relations, and political theory (correct)
- Anthropology, geography, and history
What was uncommon in the late 19th century regarding political science?
What was uncommon in the late 19th century regarding political science?
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What does political science analyze?
What does political science analyze?
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Definition of Political Science
- Political science is a social science discipline that deals with the theory and practice of politics.
History of Political Science
- Contemporary political science started to take shape in the late 19th century.
Sub-Disciplines of Modern Political Science
- The three sub-disciplines of modern political science are:
- Political Theory
- Comparative Politics
- International Relations
Development of Political Science
- In the late 19th century, the study of political science was uncommon, as it was not a distinct academic discipline.
Focus of Political Science
- Political science analyzes the behavior of individuals and groups in the political process, including the role of institutions, laws, and political parties.
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