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Keerthana Sundara Vadivel

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Political Science is a discipline under Humanities and Social Sciences. It is not a natural science subject like Physics, Chemistry and Biology. But Political Science is considered to be scientific because of its approach and scope.

The similarities between Science and Political Science are as follows:

  •       Both these subjects are concerned with the environment of human beings.
  •       Both involve testing, analysis and research.
  •       Political Science is more tilted towards a scientific approach than a humanistic approach.
  •       Both require reasoning, explanat
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Political Scientist spends their time studying, interpreting, and developing hypotheses on pertinent topics. Political Science course is one of the most opted courses around the globe. Please note that the fees may vary depending on the college policies. The subject can be pursued from a number of government and private colleges at the below-mentioned fees:

Colleges Offering Political Science CoursesUndergraduatePostgraduate
Government CollegesINR 1 lakh to INR 2 lakhINR 90,000 to INR 1.5 lakh
Private CollegesINR 1 lakh to 4 lakhINR 2 lakh to INR 5 lakh

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You can go through the following Political Science books which are highly rated in the nation:

BookAuthor
NationalismRabindranath Tagore
The 48 Laws of PowerRobert Greene
The Communist ManifestoKarl Marx
The RepublicPlato
Political TheoryAndrew Heywood
Modern Indian Political ThoughtBidyut Chakrabarty and Rajendra Kumar Pandey
Comparative Government and PoliticsMartin Harrop and Rod Hague
Public Administration: A ReaderBidyut Chakrabarty

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Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Political Science can lead to a variety of employment options. Some of the most prevalent employment paths for political science graduates are as follows: After pursuing your Bachelor’s in Political Science, you can either continue your studies and go in for your Master’s and specialize in a course, or you can apply for jobs around. However, in the field of political science, having a master’s degree is more rewarding than being with just a Bachelor’s degree. Read More: Bachelor of Arts Course Details

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The demand for Political Science experts is high in multiple fields. They can go on to pursue careers in journalism, education, law, communications, government, business, politics, etc. Political science is a broad discipline that can lead to a wide range of jobs. Political science graduates are well-suited for government positions. They have a thorough awareness of how government works and can think critically about political matters.

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The best college for each individual may vary depending on their interests, preferences and convenience of location. However, I can suggest a few goog colleges based on ranking trends of previous years.Followings are the top colleges that offer degree courses in Political Science:

Lady Shri Ram College for WomenSt. Xavier’s College, Mumbai
Christ UniversityMiranda House
MCC - Madras Christian CollegeThe Hindu College
Presidency University, KolkataRamjas College

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India has the world’s largest democracy according to the UN. There are countless numbers of political parties, be it national or state-wise. Other than political parties, government services and various agencies require many hands on deck. There are various job opportunities for people who have pursued a course in political science or even have a master’s degree as well. The career opportunities are endless in the field of political science.

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Politics is one such topic that can supersede any other subject at the moment. The need for professional analysts, social media managers, campaigners, and the need for creativity in this field is required the most. A career in Political Science is not only highly rewarding, but the salaries offered are the bonus people go in for.

A career in political Science may be a good fit for you if you are interested in politics, government, and public policy. You should also be curious about other political systems and ideologies, as well as the process of developing and implementing public policy.

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Political Science has many branches and sub-branches; majorly it includes topics like state politics, political economy, comparative politics, political philosophy and international relations. As political science is such a large and interdisciplinary study, it covers a wide range of issues. However, some of the major issues covered by political science are as follows:

  • Political theory is the study of the fundamental principles of politics, such as power, authority, and legitimacy. It also investigates other forms of government, such as democracy, monarchy, and republic.
  • Public policy is the study of the process of developing and executi
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Studying Political Science enables one to deepen his/her understanding of policies and laws of the land. Apart from the fact that a Political Science degree holder has a lot of opportunities in terms of employment, they can also pursue a bright career if they opt for higher studies. The study of the state, government, and politics is known as political science. It is a large and interdisciplinary field that includes themes such as political philosophy, public policy, international relations, and comparative governance.

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