International Relations Since World War II

Paper Code: 
Pol 502
Credits: 
03
Contact Hours: 
45.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

This paper deals with the concepts and dimensions of international relations and makes an analysis of different theories highlighting the major debates and differences within the different theoretical paradigms. It highlights the various aspects of conflicts and conflict resolution in the specificity of the long period of the post Second World War phase. 

The objectives of this course are to:

1. Help the students forge their own analytical framework to understand as well as explain international affairs

2. Develop understanding about the series of events and confrontation of ideologies after Second World War -II

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POL 502

International Relations since World War II

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

CO53:  Orient toward basic conceptual and analytical categories of the study of international relations.

CO54:  Understanding of the most seminal International Relations Theories, as well as analytical categories that can assist in understanding the fundamental factors that influence international relations.

CO55:  Explain an analysis of different theories highlighting the major debates and differences within the different theoretical paradigms.

CO56:  Identify various aspects of conflicts and conflict resolution in the specificity of the long period of the post Second World War phase.

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

 

 

9.00
Unit I: 
Unit 1

This paper deals with the concepts and dimensions of international relations and makes an analysis of different theories highlighting the major debates and differences within the different theoretical paradigms. It highlights the various aspects of conflicts and conflict resolution in the specificity of the long period of the post Second World War phase. 

 

9.00
Unit II: 
Unit 2

Cold War; Détente; World after the Cold War, Unipolarity

 

9.00
Unit III: 
Unit 3

UN-origin, working and role;

Associations of Regional Co-operation- ASEAN; SAARC & SAFTA

 

9.00
Unit IV: 
Unit 4

Non-Alignment- Evolution and contemporary relevance;

Evolution of International Economic System- New International Economic Order (NIEO); North – South Dialogue; South- South Dialogue- Multi National Corporations

 

9.00
Unit V: 
Unit 5

Major issues in International Politics- Arab- Israel Conflict; Oil Politics

Contemporary Global Concerns- Human Rights; Environmental and Ecological concerns

 

Essential Readings: 
  • Basu, R.(2017).International Politics: Concepts, Theories and Issues. New Delhi: Sage Publications.
  • Ghai, U.R. (2017). International Politics Theory & Practice. New Delhi: New Academic Publishing Co.
  • VN Khanna, V.N. and Kumar, L.K. (2018) Foreign Policy of India. New Delhi:  Vikas Publishing House
  • Chandra, P. Arora, P. (2012). International Politics. New Delhi: Cosmos Bookhive.
  • Kumar,M. (2017). Theoretical Aspects of International Politics. Agra: Shiva LalAgrawala and Co.

 

 

References: 

Ø  Palmer, N.D. & Perkins, H.C. (2004). International Relations. Delhi: AITBS Publishers and Distributors.

Ø  Axford, B. ,Browning, G., Muggins, R. & Rosamond, B.(2002). Politics: An Introduction.  New York: Routledge.

Ø  JC Johri,J.C.(2014). International Relations and Politics:Theoretical Perspectives in the Post-Cold War Era. New Delhi: Sterling Publishers.

Ø  Nye, J. S.(2009). Understanding International Conflicts- An Introduction to Theory and History. New York: Pearson Longman.

Ø  Ray, A. K.(2004). Western Realism and International Relations: A Non Western view. Delhi: Foundation Books.

Ø  Melkote, R.S. and Rao, A.N.(1992). International Relations. New Delhi: Sterling.

Ø  Samuel P. Huntington, S.P.(1998). The Clash of Civilizations and the Remaking of World Order. New York: Simon and Schuster.

Ø  Pfaltzqraff, R.L. and Dougherty,J. (1980).Contending Theories of International Relations.London: Harper and Row.

Ø  Heywood, A. (2010).Global Politics. London: Palgrave Macmillan

Ø  Taylor, T.(ed.), (1985). Approaches and Theories in International Relations. New York: Longman.

Ø  Morganthau, H. J.(1993).Politics among Nations. California: Mcgraw Hill

Ø  Deutsch, K. W.(1989). The Analysis of International Relations, New Delhi:   Prentice Hall.

Alimov,Y.(1987). Rise and Growth of Non Aligned Movement. Moscow: Progress Publisher

Academic Year: 
2020-21
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