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What are the three sub-disciplines of modern political science?

The three sub-disciplines are comparative politics, international relations, and political theory.

What is political science?

Political science is the scientific study of politics, dealing with systems of governance and power, and the analysis of political activities, institutions, thought, and behavior.

When did contemporary political science start to take shape as a distinct field?

Contemporary political science started to take shape in the latter half of the 19th century.

What was political science commonly associated with before it became a distinct field?

<p>Before becoming a distinct field, political science was commonly associated with political philosophy and history.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Was it common for political science to be considered a distinct field from history in the late 19th century?

<p>No, it was still uncommon for political science to be considered a distinct field from history in the late 19th century.</p> Signup and view all the answers

When was Niccolò Machiavelli born?

<p>Niccolò Machiavelli was born on May 3, 1469.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Niccolò Machiavelli best known for?

<p>Niccolò Machiavelli is best known for his political treatise The Prince (Il Principe).</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what field has Niccolò Machiavelli often been called the father of modern?

<p>Niccolò Machiavelli has often been called the father of modern political philosophy and political science.</p> Signup and view all the answers

For how many years did Niccolò Machiavelli serve as a senior official in the Florentine Republic?

<p>Niccolò Machiavelli served as a senior official in the Florentine Republic for many years.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the positions Niccolò Machiavelli held during his career?

<p>Niccolò Machiavelli worked as secretary to the second chancery of the Republic of Florence from 1498 to 1512.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Political Science Overview

  • Political science is a social science discipline that deals with the theory and practice of politics and the description and analysis of political systems and political behavior.

Sub-Disciplines of Modern Political Science

  • The three sub-disciplines of modern political science are comparative politics, international relations, and political theory.

History of Political Science

  • Contemporary political science started to take shape as a distinct field in the late 19th century.
  • Before it became a distinct field, political science was commonly associated with philosophy, history, and law.

Niccolò Machiavelli

  • Niccolò Machiavelli was born in 1469.
  • He is best known for his book "The Prince", a treatise on politics and government.
  • Machiavelli is often called the father of modern political science.
  • He served as a senior official in the Florentine Republic for 14 years.
  • One of the positions he held during his career was Secretary to the Second Chancery of the Republic of Florence.

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Test your knowledge of political science with this quiz! Explore topics such as systems of governance, power, political activities, behavior, constitutions, laws, comparative politics, international relations, and political theory.

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