Recent Developments in Indian Politics — Political Science STD 12 Humanities — Question

Mention the four main objectives of ASEAN Economic Community.

In which four ways did the new economic policy of China benefit its economy?

Regional demands from different parts of India exemplify the principle of unity with diversity. Do you agree? Give reasons.

How have popular movements contributed to the expansion of democracy rather than causing disruption?

Examine the sequence of events related to the formation of governments in Bangladesh from 1971 to 1990.

Evaluate the American hegemony as a hard power.

How did the coalition-like character of the Congress Party give it an unusual strength?

Read the passage given below and answer the following questions:
The Cold War was not simply a matter of power rivalries, military alliances and of balance of power. These were accompanied by a real ideological conflict as well, a difference over the best and most appropriate way of organising political, economic, and social life all over the world.

1. Why is a war-like situation called Cold War?
2. Identify one military pact each signed by each of the two super powers to balance the power rivalries.
3. Differentiate between the ideologies represented by the rival blocs.

Describe any two major constraints of the U.S. hegemony.

Evaluate the causes for the strained relations between India and China.