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International Politics
The objectives of this course are to:
1. Make learners aware of the major concepts and principles of International system.
2. Acquaint the students with basic understanding of the foundational theories and concepts in international relations
3. Provide a framework to understand the features of International relations and their practical application.
Course Outcomes (CO)
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POL 123 |
International Relations |
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: CO9: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of key theoretical debates and issues of current global politics CO10: Understand key principles of particular arguments in application to specific dimensions of international relations CO11: Identify actors and processes in international politics, providing examples and framing opinion based on theories of international relations CO12: Acquaint with concepts of power, conflicts, peace and security work out and their role in the changing international conditions over the years |
Approach in teaching: Interactive Lectures, Discussion, Tutorials, Reading assignments, Power Point Presentation
Learning activities for the students: Self-learning assignments, Effective questions, Seminar presentation, Giving tasks. |
Class test, Semester end examinations, Quiz, Solving problems in tutorials, Assignments, Presentation, Individual and group projects |
Meaning, Nature, Evolutions and Scope of International Relations
Theories and approaches; Mainstream Approaches – Realist, Neo-Realist, Idealist, liberal, Critical Approaches- Marxist, Game Theory, Mandal theory in Ancient India
Concepts of National Power, National Interest, Balance of Power, Collective Security
Foreign Policy Instruments, Concept and techniques of Foreign Policy, Diplomacy, War as an Instrument of National Policy, Economic Instruments of National Policy
Globalization, Terrorism, Nuclear Non Proliferation, Disarmament, Neocolonialism, Human rights, Environment and International relations
Ø Khanna, V.N. and Kumar, L.K. (2018) Foreign Policy of India. New Delhi: Vikas Publishing House
Ø Basu, R.(2017). International Politics: Concepts, Theories and Issues. New Delhi: Sage Publications.
Ø Ghai,U R, Ghai,K K,(2017),International Politics: Theory and Practice, Jalandhar, New Academic Publishing Company
Ø Kumar,M. (2017). Theoretical Aspects of International Politics. Agra: Shiva Lal Agrawala and Co.
Ø Johri,J.C.(2014). International Relations and Politics: Theoretical Perspectives in the Post-Cold War Era. New Delhi: Sterling Publishers
Ø Goldstein,J .S., ,and Pevehouse, J.C.,(2014), International Relations(X Edn) New Delhi,Pearson.
Ø Heywood, A. (2014).Global Politics. London: Palgrave Macmillan
Ø Chandra, P. Arora, P. (2012). International Politics. New Delhi: Cosmos Bookhive.
Ø Chander,P.,(2010), International Relations,New Delhi, Cosmos Bookhive Pvt. Ltd.
Ø Palmer and Perkins,(2019),International Relations,New Delhi, AITBS Publishers and Distributors
Ø Basu,R.,(2019), United Nations Organization,New Delhi, Sterling Publishers
Ø Axford,B, Browning, G,Muggins ,R,& R Ben, (2018), Politics: An Introduction, New York,Routledge
Ø Basu,R.,(2017),International Politcs; concept, theories and issues, New Delhi,Sage
Ø Griffiths,M,(2013),Key Concepts in International Relations, London,Routledge
Ø Nye ,J.S.Jr., (2009),Understanding International Conflicts- An Introduction to theoryand History (VII edn),New York,Pearson Longman
Ø Huntington,S.P.,(1996), The Clash of Civilizations and the Remaking of World Order,New York,Simon and Schuster
Ø Deutsch, K. W.,(1989), The Analysis of International Relations, New Delhi, Prentice Hall
Ø Morganthau, H. J. (1981), Politics among Nations, Calcutta,Calcutta References Scientific Book Agency
E-Resources:
Ø Sørensen, G., Jackson, R. (2012). Introduction to International Relations: Theories and Approaches. United Kingdom: OUP Oxford.Retrieved from can be retrieved from https://libgen.is/book/index.php?md5=E947EED4A8B6D50D5EED71683A2C6ADE
Ø Heywood, A. (2011). Global Politics. United Kingdom: Palgrave Macmillan. Can be retrieved from https://libgen.is/book/index.php?md5=7E0592651A3590663ACE8D32C2DB1765
Ø Baylis, J., Owens, P., Smith, S. (2020). The Globalization of World Politics: An Introduction to International Relations. United Kingdom: OUP Oxford. ( https://www.academia.edu/44890201/The_Globalization_of_World_Politics_EIGHTH_EDITION_2020)
Ø Chatterjee, A. (2010). International Relations Today: Concepts and Applications. India: Pearson. Can be retrieved from https://www.google.co.in/books/edition/International_Relations_Today_Concepts_a/5pJMUHz2gJMC?hl=en&gbpv=1&dq=Chatterjee,+A.+(2010).+International+Relations+Today:+Concepts+and+Applications.+India:+Pearson.&printsec=frontcover
Ø Devetak, R., Burke, A., & George, J. (Eds.). (2011). An Introduction to International Relations (2nd ed.). Cambridge: Cambridge University Press. Can be retrieved from https://www.google.co.in/books/edition/An_Introduction_to_International_Relatio/oXlVr6ZKiDUC?hl=en&gbpv=1&dq=Devetak,+R.,+Burke,+A.,+%26+George,+J.+(Eds.).+(2011).+An+Introduction+to+International+Relations+(2nd+ed.).&printsec=frontcover
Ø Basu,R.,(2012).International Politics: Concepts, Theories and Issues. India: SAGE Publications. Can be retrieved from https://www.pdfdrive.com/international-politics-e43167059.html
Journals
Ø International Studies Review
Ø Review of International Studies
Ø International Affairs
Ø International Relations
Ø International Studies Quarterly
Ø International Theory
Ø Security Studies
Ø Global Environmental Politics
Ø Quarterly Journal of Political Science
Ø Terrorism and Political Violence
