The discipline of Political Science encompasses the systematic study of political ideas, institutions, governance structures, and global interactions among states and non-state actors. It aims to develop a comprehensive understanding of power, authority, public policy, and international dynamics in an increasingly interconnected world.
The subject integrates core areas such as political theory, Indian government and politics, public administration, and international relations, with specialised focus on diplomacy, foreign policy, global governance, security studies, and international organisations. It enables students to critically analyse contemporary global issues including geopolitics, conflict and cooperation, human rights, environmental politics, and international economic relations.
Through a participatory and analytical approach, the discipline encourages debate, critical inquiry, and research-oriented learning. It equips students with the intellectual tools required to interpret both domestic political developments and global transformations, fostering informed perspectives on national and international affairs.
The study of Political Science and International Relations thus prepares students for academic advancement, policy analysis, civil services, international institutions, and diverse careers in governance and global engagement.
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Program Code
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Name of the Program Outcome
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Program Outcomes
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PO1
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Foundational Knowledge of Political Science
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Acquire a comprehensive and systematic understanding of core concepts, theories, and approaches in Political Science including political theory, Indian polity, comparative politics, public administration, and international relations, as benchmarked by leading institutions such as the University of Delhi and JNU.
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PO2
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Constitutional and Legal Literacy
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Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the Indian Constitution, fundamental rights and duties, directive principles, federal structure, and constitutional institutions, enabling informed and responsible citizenship and readiness for civil services and legal professions.
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PO3
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Critical and Analytical Thinking
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Apply critical thinking and analytical reasoning to evaluate political phenomena, ideological perspectives, governance challenges, and international developments using conceptual frameworks drawn from normative, empirical, and behavioural approaches to Political Science.
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PO4
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Research Aptitude and Academic Inquiry
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Demonstrate foundational research skills including the ability to frame research questions, review literature, collect and analyse qualitative data, write structured academic arguments, and engage with field-based and policy-oriented inquiry in the discipline.
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PO5
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Understanding of Indian Politics and Governance
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Comprehend the structure, functioning, and challenges of Indian democracy including electoral politics, federalism, decentralisation, panchayati raj, and social movements, with sensitivity to issues of caste, gender, ethnicity, class, and minority rights in Indian political life.
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PO6
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Global and International Awareness
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Analyse the dynamics of international relations including major theories of IR, foreign policy, multilateral diplomacy, global governance institutions, geopolitics, and contemporary global challenges such as climate change, human rights, terrorism, and nuclear proliferation.
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PO7
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Civic Engagement and Democratic Values
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Internalise democratic values, constitutional morality, social justice, and civic responsibility, and demonstrate the capacity for informed participation in public life, electoral processes, community engagement, and democratic institution-building.
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PO8
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Communication and Advocacy Skills
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Communicate political ideas, research findings, and policy arguments effectively through written essays, oral presentations, debates, seminars, and digital platforms, developing skills essential for careers in journalism, civil services, academia, law, and public policy.
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PO9
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Interdisciplinary and Comparative Perspective
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Integrate insights from allied disciplines, including history, sociology, economics, law, and philosophy to enrich political analysis, and apply comparative methods to examine political systems, ideologies, and governance structures across different national and regional contexts.
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PO10
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Ethics, Human Values and Social Responsibility
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Exhibit ethical reasoning, respect for human dignity, appreciation of diversity and pluralism, and commitment to social justice, gender equality, and the rights of marginalised communities, reflecting the humanistic tradition of Political Science inquiry.
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PO11
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Public Policy and Administrative Understanding
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Understand the principles of public administration and public policy processes, including policy formulation, implementation, and evaluation, and appreciate the role of bureaucracy, governance reforms, and civil society in democratic governance.
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PO12
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Lifelong Learning and Employability
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Develop intellectual curiosity, self-directed learning habits, and transferable professional skills including teamwork, leadership, problem-solving, and digital literacy, enabling successful careers in civil services, research, law, journalism, NGOs, international organisations, and academia.
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Year
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Semester
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Course Type (Credits)
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1st Year
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Sem-I
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Major-1
(4)
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Major-2
(4)
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Minor-1
(4)
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MDC-1
(4)
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AEC-1
(2)
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SEC-1
(2)
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IKS-1
(2)
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Sem-II
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Major-3
(4)
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Major-4
(4)
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Minor-2
(4)
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MDC-2
(4)
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AEC-2
(2)
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SEC-2
(2)
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VAC-
1
(2)
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2 nd Year
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Sem-III
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Major-5
(4)
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Major-6
(4)
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Major-7
(4)
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MDC-3
(4)
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AEC-3
(2)
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SEC-3
(2)
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IKS-2
(2)
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Sem-IV
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Major-8
(4)
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Major-9
(4)
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Major-10
(4)
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Minor-3
(4)
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AEC-4
(2)
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SEC-4
(2)
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VAC-
2
(2)
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3rd Year
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Sem-V
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Major-11
(4)
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Major-12
(4)
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Major-13
(4)
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Minor-4
(4)
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Minor-5
(4)
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SEC-5
(2)
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-
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Sem-VI
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Major-14
(4)
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Major-15
(4)
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Major-16
(4)
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Minor-6
(4)
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AEC-5
(2)
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Internship
(4)
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-
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4th Year
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Sem-VII
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Major-17
(4)
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Major-18
(4)
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Major-19
(4)
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Minor-7
(4)
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-
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OJT/RP-1
(6)
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-
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Sem-VIII
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Major-20
(4)
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Major-21
(4)
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Major-22
(4)
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Minor-8
(4)
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-
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OJT/RP-2
(6)
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-
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Program Code
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Name of the Program Outcome
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Program Outcomes
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CO 1.1
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Understanding Political Science as a Discipline
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Comprehend the meaning, nature, scope, and significance of Political Science as a social science discipline, and explain its relationship with allied subjects such as History, Economics, Sociology, and Geography, in line with the LOCF approach recommended by the University of Delhi and UGC.
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CO 1.2
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Conceptual Clarity on Core Political Concepts
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Define and distinguish core political concepts, including State, Nation, Government, Sovereignty, Power, Authority, and Legitimacy, and analyse their theoretical foundations, as emphasised in syllabi of institutions such as JNU, Jadavpur University, and Bankura University.
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CO 1.3
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Theories of State Formation
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Examine and evaluate major theories of the origin and development of the State — Force Theory, Social Contract Theory, Evolutionary Theory, and assess their relevance to contemporary political thought and governance.
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CO 1.4
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Understanding Sovereignty and Its Contemporary Dimensions
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Analyse Austin's Theory of Sovereignty and the Pluralist critique, explain types and characteristics of sovereignty, and critically assess challenges to sovereignty in the context of globalisation, international organisations, and emerging global governance frameworks.
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CO 1.5
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Knowledge of Government Machinery — I
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Identify and explain the structure, functions, and interrelationships of key organs of government — the Legislature, Executive, and Judiciary — in democratic systems, with particular reference to the Indian constitutional framework.
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Program Code
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Name of the Program Outcome
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Program Outcomes
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CO 2.1
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Political Rights, Liberty, and Equality
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Understand and critically analyse fundamental political concepts including Rights, Liberty, Equality, Justice, and their dimensions, drawing on classical and contemporary theoretical perspectives and examining their realisation in the Indian constitutional context.
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CO 2.2
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Political Ideologies — Foundations
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Identify and compare the foundational assumptions of major political ideologies including Liberalism, Conservatism, Socialism, and Marxism, and assess their influence on governance, public policy, and political behaviour across national contexts.
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CO 2.3
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Democracy: Theory and Practice
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Explain the theoretical underpinnings of democracy — direct, representative, and deliberative — and evaluate democratic institutions, electoral processes, and challenges to democratic governance with reference to both Western and Indian experiences.
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CO 2.4
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Knowledge of Government Machinery — II
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Analyse the roles and functioning of constitutional bodies including the President, Prime Minister, Cabinet, Parliament, Supreme Court, and Election Commission of India, and evaluate their inter-institutional relationships and accountability mechanisms.
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CO 2.5
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Research and Academic Communication Skills
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Develop introductory academic writing, analytical argumentation, and presentation skills relevant to Political Science, including the ability to construct structured responses, engage with scholarly texts, and critically evaluate political events and policy developments.
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| SR NO | Particulars | BA I | BA II | BA III | BA IV | BA V | BA VI | ||||||
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| BOY | GIRL | BOY | GIRL | BOY | GIRL | BOY | GIRL | BOY | GIRL | BOY | GIRL | ||
| 1 | Tuition Fee | 600 | - | 600 | - | 600 | - | 600 | - | 600 | - | 600 | - |
| 2 | Exam & Stationery Fee | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 |
| 3 | Library Fee | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 |
| 4 | Gymkhana Fee | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 |
| 5 | Identity Card Fee | 15 | 15 | - | - | 15 | 15 | - | - | 15 | 15 | - | - |
| 6 | Student Welfare Fee | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 |
| 7 | Cultural Activities Fee | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 |
| 8 | Uni.work Book/union | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 9 | Univ Sports Fee | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
| 10 | Admission Fee / E N V Fee | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 11 | Univ.medical Fee | 25 | 25 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 12 | Univ.enrol/regist.fee | 125 | 125 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 13 | Examination Fee | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 250 | 250 | 250 | 250 | 250 | 250 | 250 | 250 |
| 14 | W.d.c Fee | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 1590 | 990 | 1425 | 825 | 1090 | 490 | 1075 | 475 | 1090 | 490 | 1075 | 475 | |
