WB SET
WB SET Unit 1: Political Theory Part I
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Category: Uncategorized
1. Illiberal Democracy is not compatible with: (WB SET 2024)
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2. The postcolonial critique of Western Enlightenment was developed by (WB SET 2024)
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3. Who among the following is not considered an anarchist? (WB SET 2024)
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4. Who among the following has promoted the idea of 'Green Imperialism'? (WB SET 2024)
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5. Who among the following thinkers is a key advocate of multiculturalism? (WB SET 2024)
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6. The essay 'Politics as a Vocation' was written by (WB SET 2024)
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7. Which tradition of political theory is represented by the concept of 'overlapping consensus'? (WB SET 2024)
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Category: Karl Marx
8. Identify the correct sequence of the following writings of Marx: (WB SET 2015 Paper III)
(i) Contribution of the Critique of Political Economy
(ii) Poverty of Philosophy
(iii) Theses on Feuerbach
(iv) Communist Manifesto
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
The Correct Sequence is -Ā
(iii) Theses on Feuerbach (1845)
(ii) Poverty of Philosophy (1847)
(iv) Communist Manifesto (1848)
(i) A Contribution of the Critique of Political Economy (1859)
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Category: Max Weber
9. Who said that power is held in trust and used by those in authority for the benefit of all? (WB SET 2015 Paper III)
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Category: John Rawls
10. Rawls rejects Marxism because (WB SET 2015 Paper III)
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Category: Liberty
11. Who among the following is not an exponent of republican idea of freedom? (WB SET 2015 Paper III)
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Category: Citizenship in Political Theory
12. The concept of constitutional citizenship is propounded by (WB SET 2015 Paper III)
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Category: Power
13. Who considered political power as the relationship in which one person or a group is able to determine the actions of another in the direction of the powers' own ends? (WB SET 2015 Paper III)
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Category: Socialism
14. Choose the correct answer from the codes given below: (WB SET 2015 Paper III)
Assertion (A): Scientific socialism explains history in terms of class struggle.
Reasons (R): Class struggle takes place in the super-structure first.
Codes:
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Category: H. J. Laski
15. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the code given below: (WB SET 2015 Paper III)
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Category: Justice
16. "Justice is the child of fear." Who said this? (WB SET 2015 Paper III)
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Category: Law
17. Pacta sunt servanda is a legal principle that expects States to: (WB SET 2017 Paper III)
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Category: Liberalism in Political Theory
18. Which of the following statement is not correct? (WB SET 2017 Paper III)
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Category: Democracy
19. The concept of the Rule of Law and its linkage to the judicial control over administration was first theorised by (WB SET 2017 Paper III)
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Category: Meaning and Evolution of Public Administration
20. Who has written Gender Images in Public Administration? (WB SET 2017 Paper III)
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Category: State Theory
21. Match names of List I with ideas of List II and select the correct answer from the codes given below: (WB SET 2017 Paper III)
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Category: Conservatism
22. Michael Oakeshott is associated with the ideology of (WB SET 2017 Paper III)
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Category: John Locke
23. Who, among the following, did advocate the concept of natural rights? (WB SET 2017 Paper III)
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Category: Montesquieu
24. Match the following lists by identifying the correct code: (WB SET 2017 Paper III)
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25. In a direct democracy, who among the following does take the decision? (WB SET 2017 Paper III)
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Category: M. K. Gandhi
26. Choose the correct answer from the codes given below: (WB SET 2017 Paper III)
Assertion (A): Mahatma Gandhi's 'Swaraj' is a form of participatory democracy that empowers the masses.
Reason (R): He believed that under it, the weakest should have the same opportunity as the strongest.
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Category: Political Theory
27. Resurgence of political theory, in order to counter the decline of political theory, was backed by: (WB SET 2017 Paper III)
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Category: John Stuart Mill
28. The book āSubjection of Womenā was written by (WB SET 2017 Paper II)
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29. What is the difference between Liberal and Marxist views on freedom? (WB SET 2017 Paper II)
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30. Match the following: (WB SET 2017 Paper II)
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Category: Communitarianism
31. Which of the following arguments are not advocated by the communitarians? (WB SET 2017 Paper II)
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32. The arguments regarding the decline of political theory is associated with (WB SET 2017 Paper II)
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Category: Feminism
33. What is ecofeminism? (WB PSC 2022)
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34. Liberalism advocated (WB PSC 2022)
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35. How many Models of Democracy has been propagated by David Held? (WB PSC 2022)
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Category: Jean-Jacques Rousseau
36. Who wrote the Discourse on Inequality? (WB PSC 2022)
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37. Identify one Black Feminist. (WB PSC 2022)
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38. J. Ann Tickner associated with (WB PSC 2022)
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39. What is the principle of Rule of Law? (WB PSC 2022)
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Category: Sovereignty of the State
40. Identify the proponent of monistic theory of sovereignty? (WB PSC 2022)
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41. Who said "Rule of Law means Equality before Law"?Ā (WEST BENGAL SET 2015)
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Category: Marxism
42. The debate between structuralism and instrumentalism regarding the situation of advanced capitalist state took place betweenĀ (WEST BENGAL SET 2015)
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43. Who claims negative liberty and not autonomy is the basic idea of freedom? (WEST BENGAL SET 2015)
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Category: Elite Theory
44. Who of the following tried to make democracy and elitism compatible? (WEST BENGAL SET 2015)
Joseph Schumpeter, an economist and political scientist, attempted to reconcile democracy with elitism. He argued that democracy could be understood as a system where leaders (elites) compete for the support of the masses through periodic elections. In his view, democracy was a method for selecting leaders rather than a mechanism for direct participation by the masses in decision-making. Schumpeter's concept is often referred to as "elite theory" or "competitive elitism," where he emphasized the role of political parties and competition among elites as essential features of democratic governance.
One of Joseph Schumpeter's most famous books is "Capitalism, Socialism and Democracy", first published in 1942. This influential work explores the dynamics of economic systems, the process of creative destruction within capitalism, and Schumpeter's analysis of democracy and its relationship with capitalism. It remains a seminal text in both economics and political science, offering insights into the nature of innovation, entrepreneurship, and the evolution of economic and political systems.
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Category: Robert Nozick
45. Who commented that unequal economic resources will mean unequal political resources? (WEST BENGAL SET 2015)
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46. Who made the comment 'dictatorship of the proletariat' will become dictatorship on the proletariat? (WEST BENGAL SET 2015)
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47. Sources of international law include (WB SET 2018 PAPER II)
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Category: Samuel P. Huntington
48. Match the following list of books with correct sequence of authors: (WEST BENGAL SET 2018 PAPER II)
(i) Bananas, Beaches and Bases
(ii) The End of History and the Last Man
(iii) The Second Nuclear Age
(iv) The Clash of Civilizations and Remaking of World Order
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49. Who among the following is not associated with the Elite theory of democracy? (WEST BENGAL SET 2018 PAPER II)
Vilfredo Pareto, an Italian economist and sociologist, is known for his influential work titled "The Mind and Society", which was first published in 1916. This book is a comprehensive exploration of social theory, economics, and political philosophy, where Pareto develops his theories on elites, social classes, and the circulation of elites in society. It remains a foundational text in sociology and political science. ____________ Gaetano Mosca, an Italian political scientist, is known for his influential work titled "The Ruling Class", first published in 1896. In this book, Mosca introduces his theory of the "political class" or "ruling class," arguing that societies are inevitably governed by a minority elite who hold power and dominate political institutions. His ideas laid the groundwork for elite theory in political science and have had a lasting impact on the study of political systems and dynamics. ____________
Robert Michels, a German-Italian sociologist, is renowned for his seminal work "Political Parties: A Sociological Study of the Oligarchical Tendencies of Modern Democracy", which was first published in 1911. In this book, Michels presents his theory known as the "iron law of oligarchy," which posits that all organizations, including democratic ones like political parties, tend to become oligarchic over time, with power concentrated in the hands of a few leaders. This work significantly influenced the study of political parties, organizational behavior, and democratic theory. ____________ C.B. Macpherson, a Canadian political scientist and philosopher, is well-known for his influential book "The Political Theory of Possessive Individualism: Hobbes to Locke", first published in 1962. In this work, Macpherson analyzes the development of political thought from the 17th to the 19th centuries, focusing on the concept of possessive individualism and its implications for liberal democratic theory. He critiques the idea of property ownership and its impact on notions of freedom and equality in political philosophy. This book has had a significant impact on the study of political theory and liberalism.
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Category: Jeremy Bentham
50. In which book did Bentham develop his idea of Utilitarianism? (WEST BENGAL SET 2018 PAPER II)
Bentham's book on Utilitarianism:
An Introduction to the Principles of Morals and Legislation is a book by the English philosopher and legal theorist Jeremy Bentham "originally printed in 1780, and first published in 1789." Bentham's "most important theoretical work," it is where Bentham develops his theory of utilitarianism and is the first major book on the topic.
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Category: Roman and Medieval Political Thought
51. Martin Luther launched the Reformation Movement against (WEST BENGAL SET 2018 PAPER II)
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52. Select the correct answer from the codes given below: (WEST BENGAL SET 2018 PAPER II)
Assertion (A): Social justice stands for a reasonably defensible distribution of resources and opportunities.
Reason (R): Without social justice long term social co-operations unsustainable.
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Category: Karl Popper
53. Who among the following is not a proponent of the 'End of Ideology' theory? (WEST BENGAL SET 2018 PAPER II)
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54. Social justice (WEST BENGAL SET 2018 PAPER II)
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Category: Liberal Theory in IR
55. Who wrote the book Liberalism and its Critics? (WEST BENGAL SET 2018 PAPER II)
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56. Arrange the following thinkers in chronological order: (WEST BENGAL SET 2018 PAPER II)
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57. Jeremy Bentham is associated with: (WEST BENGAL SET 2018 PAPER II)
Panopticon Theory:
The Panopticon theory is the idea that people can be controlled if they believe they are constantly being watched, even when no one is actually watching. The theory is based on the intended effect of a central guard tower in a prison that all prisoners can see, but from which the prisoners cannot see the guards.
The theory was developed by Jeremy Bentham 200 years ago when he designed a model prison called Panopticon. The word "Panopticon" comes from the Greek word panopticon, which means "all seeing".
The Panopticon is a disciplinary concept that involves placing a central observation tower within a circle of prison cells. From the tower, a guard can see every cell and inmate, but the inmates cannot see into the tower.
The theory is based on the idea that people will obey rules and norms when they know they are being watched. For example, a driver might stop at a red light even when there are no other cars or police present.
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Category: T. H. Green
58. T. H. Green is known as (WEST BENGAL SET 2018 PAPER II)
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59. Models of Democracy was written by (WEST BENGAL SET 2018)
"Models of Democracy" was published in 1984. This book, written by David Held, is a significant work that examines different theoretical models and conceptions of democracy, providing a comparative analysis of various democratic systems and their implications for political theory and practice.
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60. 'Copenhagen School' is known for its contribution to security studies in terms of the concept of (WEST BENGAL SET 2018 PAPER II)
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61. Consider the following statements: (WEST BENGAL SET 2018 PAPER II)
(i) Authority is broader than power.
(ii) Power is capacity to act, authority provides right to act.
(iii) Relations of authority are hierarchical.
(iv) Legitimacy and legality are the same.
Which of the above statements is not true?
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62. The phrase 'Rule of Law' means: (WB SET 2018 PAPER II)
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63. Rawls arranges the principles of justice in ālexical priorityā in this order: (WEST BENGAL SET 2020)
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Category: Dr. B.R.Ambedkar
64. Who gave the concept of āgraded inequalityā? (WEST BENGAL SET 2020)
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65. Who wrote City of God? (WEST BENGAL SET 2020)
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66. Identify the odd pair from the below: (WEST BENGAL SET 2020)
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67. Theorists who believe that āstate is an association of associationsā are best described as (WEST BENGAL SET 2020)
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68. St. Augustineās chief political views find expression in his concept of (WEST BENGAL SET 2020)
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69. Hans Morgenthauās Principles of Political Realisms: A Feminist Reformulation is a work by (WEST BENGAL SET 2020)
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70. Match the lists of Communitarian authors with their books and select correct answer from the codes given below: (WEST BENGAL SET 2020)
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71. Marx, in his thoughts on bureaucracy, refuted (WEST BENGAL SET 2020)
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Category: Mao Ze Dong
72. Who said that Revolution meant a drastic sudden substitution of one group in charge of the running of a territorial political entity by another? (WEST BENGAL SET 2020)
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Category: Globalization
73. Neo-Marxists view economic globalisation as (WEST BENGAL SET 2020)
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Category: Cold War
74. At the end of Cold War, Francis Fukuyama constructed the thesis āend of historyā which meant the following: (WEST BENGAL SET 2020)
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75. The concept of anomie was coined by (WEST BENGAL SET 2020)
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Category: Atul Kohli
76. The author of the book Democracy and Discontent: Indiaās Growing Crisis of Governability is (WEST BENGAL SET 2020)
Democracy and Discontent: India's Growing Crisis of Governabilityby Atul Kohli explores the challenges and tensions within India's democratic system. The book focuses on the political and social issues contributing to a growing crisis of governability in the country. Key themes include:
Overall, the book provides a comprehensive analysis of the factors undermining the stability and functionality of India's democracy, offering insights into the broader implications for democratic governance in complex societies.
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Major Writings of Atul Kohli:
Atul Kohli is a prominent scholar in the field of political science, with a focus on comparative politics, development, and state theory. Here are some of his major publications along with their years:
These works collectively showcase Atul Kohli's scholarly focus on state power, economic development, political dynamics, and the socio-economic challenges in developing countries, particularly India.
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Category: Women Movements
77. āTowards Equalityā Report (1974-75) dealt with the questions of (WEST BENGAL SET 2020)
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78. Who wrote Dialectics of Nature? (WEST BENGAL SET 2022)
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79. The doctrine of synthesis or Samyavada is associated with (WEST BENGAL SET 2022)
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80. 'Two Concepts of Liberty' was written by (WEST BENGAL SET 2022)
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Category: Jaya Prakash Narayan
81. Who among the following advocated 'partyless democracy' in India? (WEST BENGAL SET 2022)
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82. "The Sovereign Prince is accountable only to God." Who said this? (WEST BENGAL SET 2022)
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83. Given below are two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other labeled as Reason (R). Choose the correct answer from the codes given below: (WEST BENGAL SET 2022)
Assertion (A): Great political theories originated, as Sabine put it, in the interstices of political and social crises.
Reason (R): There is no disinterested political theory.
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84. Consider the following statements: Classical Liberalism stands for- (WEST BENGAL SET 2022)
(i) a state which is merely a watchman
(ii) individualism
(iii) welfarism
(iv) free market
Which of the statements given above are true?
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85. The work Casino Capitalism is credited to (WEST BENGAL SET 2022)
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86. Which of the following Indian activists is associated with concept of Eco-Feminism? (WEST BENGAL SET 2022)
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Category: Ecologism in Political Theory
87. Identify the book that triggered environmental awareness in the 20th century: (WEST BENGAL SET DECEMBER 2023)
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88. Who among the following advocated party-less democracy? (WEST BENGAL SET DECEMBER 2023)
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89. The first proponent of representative democracy was (WEST BENGAL SET DECEMBER 2023)
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90. "Will, not force, is the basis of the State." Who said this? (WEST BENGAL SET DECEMBER 2023)
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91. Which of the following statements is/are true? (WEST BENGAL SET DECEMBER 2023)
I. Marxism acknowledges the relative autonomy of the State.
II. Marxism considers the State as merely a tool of industrialists.
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92. What is cosmopolitan democracy?Ā (WEST BENGAL SET DECEMBER 2023)
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93. Who among the following is not a proponent of communitarianism? (WEST BENGAL SET DECEMBER 2023)
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94. Mary Wollstonecraft was an advocate of (WEST BENGAL SET DECEMBER 2023)
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Category: Foucault
95. Through 'genealogy of power', whose methodological concern is to look at the ways in which people govern themselves and others through the production of knowledge? (WEST BENGAL SET DECEMBER 2023)
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Category: Vladimir Lenin
96. Which of the following is not true?Ā (WEST BENGAL SET DECEMBER 2023)
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Category: Equality
97. The policy of protective discrimination seeks to promote which of the following? (WEST BENGAL SET DECEMBER 2023)
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98. Which among the following is not a significant aspect of the genealogical concept of power? (WEST BENGAL SET DECEMBER 2023)
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99. Which innovative concept was coined by Hamza Alavi? (WEST BENGAL SET DECEMBER 2023)
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Category: Modernism & Post Modernism
100. Post-Development: (WEST BENGAL SET DECEMBER 2023)
(I) Offers a thoroughgoing critique of modernism
(II) Highlights that development stands like a ruin in the intellectual landscape
(III) Offers a coherent theory and programme of action
(IV) Ignores grassroots movements as complicit in developmentalism
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