Development of Political Science

Nature and Scope of Political Science
Reflection Paper
Submitted To:
Sir Muhammad Owais
Submitted By:
Mahwish Nisar
Development of political science: Political science is first time introduced by the Greek
people. In the Eastern countries political science is mixed up with the religion and mythology but
Greeks first time introduced the political science as a separate science from the religion. The
term political science or politics is first derived from the Greek word POLIS it means City-State
or State. It deals with the problems of the state in which we live.
Definitions of political science: Different definitions of political science are written in

different books one is given below. Laski: The study of politics concerns itself with the life of
man in relation to organized state. Basically Laski said politics is the relationship of the man
life by the organize state or the state which is already work in a good will.
Nature of Political Science: Political science as a term is a complete term; it covers all the
aspects of the state and the related institutions i.e. principles, comparative and dynamics of
politics etc. across the states. Political science is related with the other social sciences. In this
field there is also so many approaches i.e. philosophical, historical etc.
The Traditional or Liberal View of Politics: The liberal view consider the politics as
the study of man, society, state, morality, etc. it emphasizes upon values and human welfare.
The Marxian View of Politics: Marxism puts emphasis on economic and social factors.
The working class needs to take control one state power and it requires revolution. So they favor
classless society, materialism, materialistic interpretation of history. The materialist history says
that economic production is prime reason of social change.
The Modern View: According to this theory power is the central concept to study in politics.
The modern view of politics is that it is a study of power. The people of modern political
scientists are of the view that politics is mainly concerned with conflict and controversy.
Distinction between Politics And Political Science: The theoretical concepts are
studied under political science whereas application or practical thing come under politics.
Scope of Political Science: A study of state and government: The state is the institution
under which government functions.
A study of political theory: Conceptualization of various political phenomenons for better

understanding.
A study of political institutions: A study of constitutions and comparative government.
A study of political dynamics: To understand the complexity of changing political senior.
A study of adjustment of the individual with the state: A study of the nature of relationship
between the individual and the state.
A study of international relations and international law: A study area includes diplomacy,
international politics, international law, international organizations like the United Nations etc.
Horizons of Political Science: The expanding scope of political science includes research,
rationality, evaluation etc.
Relationship with Other Social Sciences: politics is an important social institution so it

holds a strong band with other social sciences like economy (political economy), philosophy,
sociology (political sociology) etc.
Political Science--- Is It A Science or an Art? There is a different of opinion in the

thinkers of the political science Aristotle the father of political science consider political science
as the master of all sciences but at the same time other thinkers think it is a backward area of
arts. It is rightly said that the human behavior is so uncertain so we cant examine it in a
laboratory. The basic meaning of science is to find a something new by our own search. The term
political science is not as a science in which all the things is in a systematic manner this is
human nature which is change due to the circumstance. There is also some limitations on the
political science which is we cant do experiment the political science in the laboratory because it
doesnt deal with the acids.
Conclusion: The notes are comprehensive study material to understand the nature, scope and
history of political science. Moreover, the theoretical perspectives of political science are also
discussed in detail. The utility of political science increased with its relationships with the social
sciences.

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Nature and Scope of Political Science

Definitions of political science: Different definitions of political science are written in

A study of political theory: Conceptualization of various political phenomenons for better

Relationship with Other Social Sciences: politics is an important social institution so it

Political Science--- Is It A Science or an Art? There is a different of opinion in the

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