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Course Plan 2017political Science III
Course Plan 2017political Science III
Course Plan 2017political Science III
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Issue No.04 Rev. No 4 Dated: June 7, 2014
COURSE PLAN
Approved By
_______________________ _______________________
HOD Dean
A. OBJECTIVES:
This course introduces students to key ideas and debates in the field of international relations.
Students will be familiarized with levels-of-analysis and several leading International Relation
issues and theories. Along with examining the traditional realms i.e. political and military
relations among states, the syllabi will also focus on international political economy and the
issues associated with global welfare. The key objective of this course is to build analytic and
critical thinking skills towards international developments. Once the students are familiarized
with the key concepts of International Relations, they might be well conversant to understand
and analyses the international public and private law, international economy and human
rights.
B. Possible Outcome:
By the end of the course the students should be in a position to achieve following goals;
1. Understand the main International theories, and the values implicit in each of these
different ways of looking at the world, thus giving them the tools necessary to
understand the day-to-day events ;
2. Make them aware of the intimate linkages between what are usually thought of as
separate: "domestic" and "international" politics;
3. Have a basic background in various areas of international relations, to provide a
foundation to understand and critically evaluate current international events and
processes. In particular it will focus on specific issues that are at the center of political
debates around the globe;
4. It enables the students to evaluate various domestic or local issues in relation with
international and global political context.
5. Able to demonstrate the understanding of multiple perspectives, and gain the capacity
to apply ideas to lived contexts and after completion this course
6. students would be in a position to get the foundation for International Public Law,
International Economic Law and Human Rights.
Programme Course Students will Students will be Students will Students will Students will
Specific Intended have strong able to effectively apply demonstrate an have excellent
ISLOs ISLOs conceptual integrate their learnings to ability to analyse oral and written
knowledge in functional evaluate political problems communication.
core areas of knowledge with & legal critically using
law and
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respective specialized developments an in depth
program capabilities to and evolve understanding of
implement alternative socio-economic
comprehensive solutions to real and techno-legal
solutions to world. dynamics.
socio, economic
& legal
problems.
The title of the paper is International Relations and World Politics and the course has been
divided into ten modules which are as follows:
Module - III The Concept of Political Power and International Relations: Importance and
relevance of political power of the state the concept of National Power its
elements, limitations and struggle for political power - consolidation of political
power - war as a method of wielding power (military, economic and cultural) -
Imperialism and Neo-Imperialism.
Module - IV Balance of Power and Collective Security: The meaning, conceptions and patterns of
Balance of Power Methods and relevance of Balance of Power - Ideological
differences - Balance of Power Balance of Power and International Law - Bipolar
World and Cold War End of Cold War and Uni-polarism - The emergence of New
World Order.
The relation between warfare and international relations - Alliances & Counter
alliances - Treaties - changing character of War Conventions and the development
of International Law through international relations League of Nations and United
Nations - Regional arrangements - Non-alighted movement(NAM)- SARRC- EU - BRICS
Module -VI Diplomacy: Definition, evolution and functions of diplomacy - types of diplomacy and
future of diplomacy Diplomacy and changing politics - U.Ns role in international
peace & security - The concept of neutrality and its legal status in 21st century.
Module - VIII Contemporary Issues in International Relations: Characteristics of new world order
the role of Non-State actors - Terrorism - Environmental issues - Nuclear
proliferation - Global trade and finance - Poverty and development.
Module - IX Human Security and Human rights: International Humanitarian regime and laws
Human Right Council and global peace keeping mechanism
D.PEDAGOGY
Besides the class room attendance, this course requires an active interactive participation from students
to understand the topics well and interesting. This entails doing a wide reading on international
issues, thinking critically about the variety of current international problems and the topics which are
going to be analyzed. Learning of this programme is by lecture/seminar format, small group work,
and discussions as appropriate. Each unit is intended to provide an introduction to a particular theme
or topic, to make the students aware of main issues. The presentation is intended to provide an
opportunity for students to engage with fellow students and discuss the substantive issues. It is an
appropriate forum for students to present their research work, debating skills (MUN) and discussion.
Lectures
Examples/ Illustrations
Presentation
Group Discussion
Book Reviews
Model United Nations
Discussions on articles
Snap test and quiz
Short Film
Breakup of Internal Assessment: The 30% marks will be expanded to 100 marks and this would have
five components
Course Continuous Tool No. 1 Tool No.2 Tool No. 3 Tool No. 4 Tool No. 5
Intended Evaluation
Project Work Seminar Attendance
ISLOs Tools Class Assignments/
CREs/ and Viva Voce Presentations/
tests/snap-
Research MUN
test/quiz
Paper
Students will have strong
conceptual knowledge in core
areas of law and respective
program
Students will be able to
integrate functional
knowledge with specialized
capabilities to implement
comprehensive solutions to
legal problems.
Students will effectively
apply their learnings to
evaluate legal developments
and evolve alternative
solutions to real world legal
issues.
Students will demonstrate an
ability to analyse problems
critically using an in depth
understanding of socio-
economic and techno-legal
dynamics.
Students will have excellent
oral and written
communication
Continuous Assessment for 100 marks: (This 100 marks would later converted to 30 )
a. Two class tests/snap-test/quiz 20 Marks [02 X10 Marks]
b. Assignment-1 20 Marks
c. Project work 20 Marks (Abstract, Synopsis, final draft and
Viva-Voce)
d. MUN 20 Marks (Position Paper & Presentation)
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e. Attendance 20 Marks
Four components shall be adopted for internal assessment for this course; Total (80+20 for
attendance=100 marks), the details of each component is as follows:
c) Model United Nations(MUN): The MUN offers a unique opportunity for students to
engage in exciting discussion on the issues gripping today's global community. The
students are challenged to conduct research about the conference topics and the
assigned country. They formulate opinions and engage with peers in high level debate.
This academic simulation conference ensures commitment to diversity and intellectual
exchange and also provides a good exposure to the international relations. The
position paper carries 10 marks and the participation and debating consist10 marks.
d) Quizzes/ Class Tests/ Snap-test
Two Quizzes/tests will be conducted, as per indicated in the Course Plan. Each quiz
would be of carrying 10% weightage. Therefore, two quizzes would carry 20%
weightage i.e. 20 marks. It may contain Multiple choice questions or short
questions/key terms covering modules as specified in the course plan and Research
paper/ cases covered in the course pack to ascertain that whether the students could
understand the basic concepts or not. Most probably would be online quiz on LMS.
(Max. 45 Minutes).
e) Formula for attendance marks:
67-75 % 0 Marks
75-80% 5 Marks
80-85% 10 Marks
85-90% 15 Marks
90%-100% 20 Marks
Mid- Sem examination shall be of two hour duration and shall be a combination of Objective
questions, short theory questions, long analytical and critical questions.
End-Sem examination shall be of three hours duration. The examination paper shall have objective
questions and short questions based on theories, short and long critical and analytical questions
Student has to secure minimum 40% marks of the highest marks in the class scored by a
student in that subject (in that class/group class) individually in both the End-Semester
examination and Total Marks in order to pass in that paper.
Attendance
Students are required to have minimum attendance of 75% in each subject. Students
with less than said percentage shall NOT be allowed to appear in the end semester
examination. The student obtaining 100% attendance would be given 5% bonus marks
for internal assessment.
Cell Phones and other Electronic Communication Devices: Cell phones and other
electronic communication devices (such as Blackberries/Laptops) are not permitted in
classes during Tests or the Mid/Final Examination. Such devices MUST be turned off
in the class room.
E-Mail and LMS: Each student in the class should have an e-mail id and a pass word
to access the LMS system regularly. Regularly, important information Date of
conducting class tests, guest lectures, syndicate sessions etc. to the class will be
transmitted via e-mail/LMS. The best way to arrange meetings with us or ask specific
questions is by email and prior appointment. All the assignments preferably should be
uploaded on LMS. Various research papers/reference material will be mailed/uploaded
on LMS time to time.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
The assessment strategy is to test the students overall knowledge in the subject
through different methods. This course dedicated to assess the students ability to
produce a concrete piece of outcome. The students must use all three available
sources (active class room exercises mentioned above, library sources with the help of
IT and collect the necessary materials externally to achieve this end).
SES
TOPICS SIO
PEDAGOG
NS READINGS
Y
(No.
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Sub Units:
A. Evolution of State as a player in 1 &2 John Baylis, The Globalization of World Lecture
International Relations. Early Politics, Par 1, Chapt. 2-4, pages 36- 49.
understanding medieval feudal state G.M.Dar, An Introduction to International
Presentation
Emergence of nation state system and Relations, Chapt. 1, Page Nos.10-36.
Treaty of Westphalia- Peu Ghosh, International Relational
Relations, Chapt. 1, Pages1-18 Discussion
Colonial/Imperialistic period - Ancient
international trade relations military Question & Answers
alliances modern complex alliances.
3 & 4 G.M.Dar, An Introduction to International Review of Articles
B. The Scope and relevance of the study - Relations, Chapt. 1,Page Nos.1-10.
Relationship between International Michael Nicholson, International
Relations and Political Science. Relations, Chpater -1-5 Pages 1-89.
Charles R. Beitz, Political Theory & IR,
Introduction, Pages 3-10
Title of the Module II : Theories of International 5
Relation
Sub Units:
A. The importance or relevance of theories in 5 John Baylis, The Globalization of World Lectures
international relations. Politics, Par 11, Chapt. 5-10, pages 90- Presentation
B. Moralist/Idealist/Liberal Theory- Merits 6 191 Discussion
and Demerits. (Liberalism and Cynthia Weber, International Relations Question &
International Relations) Theory, Chapts.1-7, Answers
C. Realist theory merits and demerits 7 Robert Jackson, Intro.IR-Theories and Review of
D. Marxian theory merits and demerits 8 approaches, Chpts. 2-4, Articles
E. Neo-realist and neo-liberalist theories of 8 Stephanie Lawson, International Case Studies
modern World Relations, Chapt.3, pages 38-60. Assignment
F. Alternative approaches to Theories of 9 Joshua S Goldstein, International
Relations, Chapt.3, pages 82-121.
International Relations
Sub Units:
A. Importance and relevance of political 10 J.C. Johari, International Relations and Lectures
power of the state Politics, Chapts.7-8, pages 220-288. Presentation
B. concept of National power - Elements of 10 G.M.Dar, An Introduction to International Discussion
national power - Limitations on national Relations, Chapts.7-10, pages 103-162.
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C. consolidation of political power - war as a 11 Palmer & Perkins, International Relations, Question &
method of wielding power - (military, Chapt.7, Pages.158- Answers
economic and cultural) Peu Ghosh, International Relations, Review of
D. Imperialism and Neo-Imperialism 12 Chapter 9, pages 186-199. Articles
Case Studies
Examples
Sub Units:
Sub Units:
Sub Units:
G.M.Dar, An Introduction to International
A. Meaning and different types of diplomacy 21 Relations, Chap.14 Pages 199-222. Presentation
B. Functions of diplomacy 21 Peu Ghosh, International Relations, Discussion
C. Foreign Policy and Diplomacy 22 Chap.5, pages 95-130. Case Studies
D. Changing dimension of diplomacy in a 23 J.C. Johari, International Relations and Test/Quiz
globalised world: Traditional and modern Politics, Chapt.14, pages 464- 499.
diplomacy
Sub Units:
A. Meaning and dimensions of globalization 24 John Baylis, The Globalization of World Presentation
B. Theories of Globalization (Realists, 25 & Politics, Chapts. 31-32,Pages. 542- 555. Discussion
Liberalists, Marxist and Constructivist) 26 Peu Ghosh, International Relational Review of
C. Role of Science and Development in 27 Relations, Chapt.13,Pages310-319. Articles
International Relations and their impact Stephanie Lawson, International MUN
on Globalization. Relations, Chap.8, pages 140-156.
Sub Units:
A. Characteristics of new world order 28 John Baylis, The Globalization of World Presentation
Politics, Par 1V, Chaps. 20-30, pages 350-
B. Non-State actors 29& 527.
30 Margret p, International Organization, MUN
C. Terrorism 31 Chapt. 6, pages 211-248.
Robert Jackson, Intro.IR-Theories and Review of Articles
D. Environmental issues 32 approaches, Chapt.10, pages 249-274.
&33 Joshua S Goldstein, International Case Studies
E. Nuclear proliferation 34 Relations, Chapters, 6 , 7 & 11, pages 188
421. Examples
F. Global trade and finance 35 Peu Ghosh, International Relations,
&36 Chapters 15, 16, &19, pages 333 405.
G. Poverty and development 37 Test/Quiz
Joshua S ., Op.Cit., Chapter 8 & 9, pages
276 350.
A. IR - Human Security and human rights 38 John Baylis, Globalization of World Presentation
Politics, Chapters 29-31, pages 478-527. Review of
B. Human Right Council 39 Peu Ghosh, International Relational Articles
Relations, Chapt.15, Pages.331-339. Case Studies
C. Humanitarian Laws and international relations 40 Margaret P. International Organizations, MUN
Chapters. 9 &10, pages 413-458.
Total Hours 48
1. Hans J. Morgenthau, Politics Among Nations: The Struggle for Power & Peace,
Kalyani Publishers (Indian Reprint), ND 1997 - Available
2. Norman D. Palmer & Howard C. Perkins, International Relations, CBS Publishers,
New Delhi, 2007 - Available
3. John Baylis, Steve Smit & Patricia Owens, The Globalization of World Politics, OUP,
London, 4th ed. 2008. - Available
4. Charls W. Kagley JR & Eugene R. Wittkopt, World Politics: Trend & Transformation,
4th ed. St. Martins Press, N.Y. 1993. E Book
Besides News Papers and Magazines the following sources will help you to get updated.
Economic &Political Weekly
Indian Journal of Political Science
Political Science Quarterly
International Journal of Politics, Culture, and Society
Web Sources:
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http://www.ijps.net/
http://www.epw.org.in
http://www.psqonline.org/
http://www.ethnopolitics.org
http://www.brookes.ac.uk/library/politics/intrelint.html
http://www.e-ir.info/
http://researchguides.library.syr.edu
http://www.worldpoliticsreview.com/
https://www.princeton.edu/piirs/worldpolitics-journal/
Case Studies: examples
1. http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424127887324682204578513230302339730.html
2. http://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/a-deception-most-foul/article4753453.ece
3. http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-opinion/a-case-for-lobbying/article4764424.ece
Database: Ebsco
. Instructions
a) All students will be divided in groups comprising of 3- 4 students in each.
b) Students are expected to read the concerned sessions contents in advance before coming to
the class.
c) The session will be made interactive through active participation from students. The entire
session will be conducted through question-answer, reflections, discussion, current practices,
examples, problem solving activities and presentations etc.
d) In the case study session all students are expected to prepare their analysis and
answers/decisions in their respective groups. Any group may be asked to present their views
and defend the same.
e) All schedules/announcements must be strictly adhered to.
f) The complete syllabus would be covered for Viva-voce and one must be thoroughly prepared
to appear for the viva and strictly appear on given time, otherwise, he/she will loose the
marks.
g) Late entry(Max. 5 minutes from the class timing) in the class will not be allowed.
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Annexure-I
BA.,LLB(HONS.)
SEMESTER III
ASSIGNMENT
FOR
Political Science -III
(LLBG113)
Under the Supervision of Sam Babu. K.C.
(TO BE FILLED BY THE STUDENT)
NAME: _______________________
SAP NO: _______________________
ROLL NO -------------------------------------
Q. No.6. Define non-state actors and describe their growth in recent past and also
analyse the importance of non-state players in a globalized world
politics.
Q. N0.7. Briefly discuss the following concepts and its relevance in global
politics: National power, Balance of power, Collective security and
World government
Every year, around the world, old conflicts worsens, new ones emerge and, occasionally, some
situations improve. There is no shortage of storm clouds looming over 2017: Once again, hotspots old
and new will present a challenge to the security of people across the globe namely environmental,
socio-economic, cultural, human rights etc... There is, of course, arbitrariness to most lists -- and this
list of crises to watch out for in 2016 -17 are no different. One person's priority might well be
another's sideshow, one analyst's early warning cry is another's fear-mongering. In some situations
Eastern Europe or Central Asia, perhaps -- preventive action has genuine meaning: The collapse into
chaos has yet to happen. More complicated is anticipating when it will happen, what will trigger it,
and how bad it will be. Look at Syria, Nigeria, Hamas, Egypt, Turkey and Ukraine, obviously -- the
catastrophe is already upon us, so the very notion of prevention can seem absurd. It has no meaning
save in the sense of preventing the nightmare from worsening or spreading.
On the basis of above discussion evaluate the following crisis and lay down the suggestions to
overcome the situation:
Q. No.10. Why it has been said that the action on climate change is cheaper than inaction?
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Q. N0.11. Discuss the Post-Brexit impact on Britain, EU & global politics
Q. N0.12. How will energy policy evolve at a global, regional as well as a national level?
Q. N0 13. ISIS terror: it is global not only confine to Middle East, discuss
Q. N0.14. Discuss the following statement Twenty-seven years after the fall of the Berlin
Wall, the world again faces the risk of major conflict between states
INSTRUCTIONS TO STUDENTS
ON ASSIGNMENT SOLVING
3. Please remember that due to the dynamic and rapidly changing global legal
environment and the continuously realigning geopolitical situation, your answers
should capture and depict the current contemporary information.
Annexure-II
GUIDELINES FOR PROJECT WORK
5. The student shall indicate clearly and extensively in his/her project, the following:
a. The source from which referred information is taken;
b. The extent to which he/she has availed himself/herself of the work of others and
the portion of the /project work he/she claims to be his/her original work; and
c. Whether his/her project work has been conducted independently or in
collaboration with others.
6. A certificate to the effect that the project work carried out by the student independently
or in collaboration with other student(s) endorsed by the student shall form the part of
the submission for evaluation.
7. Every student who spends a specified period of time in an
industry/organization/institute for reasons of work related to his/her project work, with
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prior permission from the Coordinator concerned will explicitly acknowledge working
in the relevant industry/organization/institute.
8. All projects submitted by the students will go through the process of plagiarism check
through the anti-plagiarism software (Turnitin). The report produced by the software
will necessarily be as per the standards prescribed by the university. If the report is
below standards the supervisor will reject the project and award zero marks.
ANNEXURE III