Q.1 What is the primary focus of comparative area studies in political science?
Analyzing global economic trends
Comparing political systems across regions
Studying individual political leaders
Examining local folklore and culture
Explanation - Comparative area studies examine political systems, institutions, and behaviors across different regions to identify patterns and differences.
Correct answer is: Comparing political systems across regions
Q.2 Which of the following best defines regionalism in political science?
A movement focused on international trade agreements
Political, economic, or cultural identity specific to a region
The study of national constitutions
Global environmental policies
Explanation - Regionalism emphasizes the unique political, economic, or cultural identity of a specific region and its influence on governance or policy.
Correct answer is: Political, economic, or cultural identity specific to a region
Q.3 Which region is most commonly studied in comparative politics due to its diverse political systems?
Europe
Antarctica
The Arctic Circle
Southeast Asia
Explanation - Europe offers a variety of political systems, from liberal democracies to federal monarchies, making it a key region for comparative analysis.
Correct answer is: Europe
Q.4 Which of the following is a key method used in comparative area studies?
Statistical regression of individual behavior
Fieldwork and case studies
Laboratory experiments
Astronomical observation
Explanation - Fieldwork and case studies allow researchers to examine political institutions and behavior in specific regions in depth.
Correct answer is: Fieldwork and case studies
Q.5 The term 'subnational regionalism' refers to:
Political movements focused on global governance
Movements within a country seeking regional autonomy or recognition
Cross-border trade agreements
Environmental policy initiatives
Explanation - Subnational regionalism occurs when regions within a country advocate for greater political or cultural recognition and autonomy.
Correct answer is: Movements within a country seeking regional autonomy or recognition
Q.6 Which factor most strongly influences regionalism in multi-ethnic countries?
Geographical size
Ethnic or cultural identity
Climate conditions
Military expenditure
Explanation - Ethnic and cultural differences are primary drivers of regionalist movements, especially in countries with diverse populations.
Correct answer is: Ethnic or cultural identity
Q.7 Which political scientist is known for emphasizing the importance of regional studies in understanding global politics?
Samuel Huntington
Max Weber
John Locke
Karl Marx
Explanation - Samuel Huntington stressed the study of civilizations and regional differences as central to understanding political conflicts globally.
Correct answer is: Samuel Huntington
Q.8 In comparative politics, 'area specialization' primarily involves:
Focusing on one geographic region for in-depth political analysis
Studying global economic institutions
Analyzing international treaties
Investigating individual political scandals
Explanation - Area specialization allows scholars to gain expertise and detailed knowledge about the politics, culture, and society of a specific region.
Correct answer is: Focusing on one geographic region for in-depth political analysis
Q.9 Which of the following is a challenge of comparative area studies?
Lack of regional diversity
Language barriers and access to local data
Excessive global uniformity
Universal political culture
Explanation - Conducting research across regions often requires navigating multiple languages and limited access to accurate local information.
Correct answer is: Language barriers and access to local data
Q.10 Regional integration in political science refers to:
Countries forming a collective political or economic bloc
Local cultural festivals
Decentralized education systems
Individual voting behavior studies
Explanation - Regional integration occurs when countries collaborate to form political, economic, or security arrangements, such as the European Union.
Correct answer is: Countries forming a collective political or economic bloc
Q.11 Which of the following is an example of subregional cooperation?
ASEAN in Southeast Asia
The United Nations
The World Bank
The International Monetary Fund
Explanation - ASEAN is a regional organization that promotes economic, political, and cultural cooperation among Southeast Asian countries.
Correct answer is: ASEAN in Southeast Asia
Q.12 Political regionalism often emerges due to:
Central government neglect or unequal development
International trade treaties
Global pandemics
Technological innovations
Explanation - Regions that feel politically or economically marginalized may develop regionalist movements to demand greater autonomy or resources.
Correct answer is: Central government neglect or unequal development
Q.13 Which type of regionalism emphasizes shared culture, language, or ethnicity?
Economic regionalism
Cultural regionalism
Political centralism
Globalization
Explanation - Cultural regionalism highlights the role of shared identity, traditions, and language in shaping regional political movements.
Correct answer is: Cultural regionalism
Q.14 Which of the following is a benefit of regional cooperation?
Reducing regional conflicts
Increasing global isolation
Limiting trade
Weakening local governments
Explanation - Regional cooperation can promote peace, stability, and economic growth by fostering dialogue and collaboration among neighboring states.
Correct answer is: Reducing regional conflicts
Q.15 Which approach in comparative politics prioritizes in-depth study of one region over cross-national comparison?
Area studies approach
Quantitative method
Game theory
Behavioralism
Explanation - The area studies approach focuses on understanding a single region deeply, emphasizing historical, cultural, and social context.
Correct answer is: Area studies approach
Q.16 Which is an example of regional political identity influencing national politics?
Catalan independence movement in Spain
U.S. presidential elections
Canadian parliamentary debates
United Nations resolutions
Explanation - The Catalan independence movement demonstrates how regional identity can drive political demands within a nation-state.
Correct answer is: Catalan independence movement in Spain
Q.17 Which of the following is a limitation of regionalism studies?
Overgeneralization from one region
Lack of historical context
Excessive quantitative analysis
Focus on global institutions
Explanation - Studying one region in depth may not always allow findings to be applied to other regions due to unique historical and cultural contexts.
Correct answer is: Overgeneralization from one region
Q.18 Which of these regions is known for a long history of regionalist movements?
Europe
Antarctica
Siberia
Greenland
Explanation - Europe has a long history of subnational regionalism, with movements in Scotland, Catalonia, and Flanders, among others.
Correct answer is: Europe
Q.19 Which of the following best exemplifies economic regionalism?
NAFTA (now USMCA)
Olympic Games
Shakespeare festivals
Space exploration treaties
Explanation - Economic regionalism involves agreements that promote trade and economic cooperation within a specific region, such as NAFTA.
Correct answer is: NAFTA (now USMCA)
Q.20 Why is comparative area study important in understanding global politics?
It provides detailed regional knowledge for policy-making and international relations
It replaces the need for historical analysis
It avoids studying cultural differences
It focuses only on global institutions
Explanation - Comparative area studies equip policymakers and scholars with insights about regional political dynamics, cultures, and institutions.
Correct answer is: It provides detailed regional knowledge for policy-making and international relations
Q.21 Which of the following is a characteristic of successful regional integration?
Shared economic interests and political cooperation
Isolationist policies
Lack of institutional frameworks
Frequent military conflicts
Explanation - Successful regional integration often depends on aligning economic goals and establishing political institutions that facilitate collaboration.
Correct answer is: Shared economic interests and political cooperation
Q.22 Which of the following is a challenge specific to cross-regional comparisons?
Diverse historical, social, and political contexts
Uniformity of political structures
Language standardization
Climate variability
Explanation - Comparing regions requires careful attention to unique contexts that may affect political institutions, behavior, and policies.
Correct answer is: Diverse historical, social, and political contexts
Q.23 Which of the following best defines a 'region' in political science?
A geographical area with shared political, economic, or cultural traits
Any country in the world
A continent with uniform laws
A city-state
Explanation - In political science, a region is typically defined by shared traits that influence political behavior or identity.
Correct answer is: A geographical area with shared political, economic, or cultural traits
Q.24 Which of the following is an example of a successful cultural regional movement?
The Basque language revival in Spain
The Manhattan real estate market
International space collaborations
The UN Security Council
Explanation - Cultural regional movements often aim to preserve language and cultural identity, as seen in the Basque language revival.
Correct answer is: The Basque language revival in Spain