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ICSE · Class 11 · Political Science

What Introduction to Political Science covers in ICSE Class 11 Political Science: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session.

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4 Topics · ICSE Class 11 Political Science · 2026-27

Topics in Introduction to Political Science

1

Meaning and Names of Political Science

  • The English word politics comes from three Greek words: polis, polity and politeia.
  • Aristotle termed the subject politics.
  • William Godwin and Mary Wollstonecraft are credited with coining the term political science.
2

Traditional Meaning and Scope

  • Traditionally, Political Science is the study of state and government.
  • Some writers divide the subject into theoretical politics and applied politics.
  • Theoretical politics deals with origin, nature, purpose, and end of the state.
3

New Meaning of Political Science

  • In the modern view, Political Science is closely identified with politics.
  • The modern focus is on power.
  • Lasswell and Kaplan defined politics as the study of the shaping and sharing of power.
4

Political Theory and Types of Political Thought

  • Political theory is a part of Political Science.
  • It draws generalisations, inferences, and conclusions from political phenomena.
  • Political theory has both normative and empirical dimensions.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Political Science: meaning, scope, new meanings, related fields, and scientific status

Meaning of Political ScienceTheoretical and Applied PoliticsPolitics and Political ScienceScope of Political ScienceNew Meaning of PoliticsPolitical TheoryComparative PoliticsInternational Relations

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What are the important topics in Introduction to Political Science for ICSE Class 11 Political Science?
Key topics in Introduction to Political Science include Meaning and Names of Political Science, Traditional Meaning and Scope, New Meaning of Political Science, Political Theory and Types of Political Thought. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 11 exams.
How should I revise Introduction to Political Science for Class 11 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 65 practice questions on Introduction to Political Science. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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