The End of Bipolarity — Political Science STD 12 Humanities — Question

Which three lessons do we learn from regional aspirations and their accommodation as an integral part of democratic politics? Describe.

Describe any three areas of tension which are yet to be solved to retain unity in diversity in India.

'States have common but differentiated responsibilities towards environment.' Analyses the statement giving suitable Examples.

Distinguish between migrants and refugees. Why are both of them considered a new source of threat to security?

Highlight the acts of dissent and resistance to the Emergency imposed in 1975. In your opinion, how did these acts affect the public opinion?

Differentiate between the traditional and the non-traditional notions of security.

Read the passage given below carefully and answer the following questions:
The Congress evolved from its origins in 1885 as a pressure group for the newly educated, professionals and commercial classes to a mass movement in the twentieth century. This laid the basis for its eventual transformation into a mass political party and its subsequent domination of the political system. Thus the Congress began as a party dominated by the English speaking, upper caste, upper middle class and urban elite. But with every Civil Disobedience Movement it launched, its social base widened.

1. What is meant by a pressure group?
2. Explain the reason for the Congress to be transformed into a rainbow-like social coalition by the time of Independence.
3. What made the Congress into a mass political party in the twentieth century?

Why is globalisation being criticised strongly all over the world? Explain any four reasons.

Describe any three weaknesses and any three points of strength of India's democracy that came to light during the Emergency of 1975.

In 2014 elections, people have voted for a stable government at the Centre. Do you think that the era of coalition has ended? Support your answer with suitable arguments.