Major political theories

Explain the meaning of liberalism and its features.



Identify the basic tenets of Marxism.



Describe the theory of dialectical materialism, historical materialism, theory of surplus value,

theory of class struggle, revolution, dictatorship of proletariat, and the classless society.



Know contribution of Lenin and Mao to marxism.



Analyse the relevance of Marxism.



Explain Gandhi's views on state, decentralization, democracy, swadeshi, trusteeship, cottage/small

scale industries.



Describe the significance of purity of means to achieve ends.



Highlight Gandhi's emphasis on Swaraj, Satyagraha, non-violence.



Explain Gandhi's steadfast opposition to discrimination based on race and his life-long efforts

for the uplifement of Harijans/Dalits.

Questions



What is meant by liberalism?



What do you mean by 'withering away' of the state?



Discuss dialectical materialism as feature of Marxism.



Is marxism relevant today?explain.



Do you agree with the view that Gandhism is a critique of the western civilisation.



What was Gandhiji's concept of Ramrajya?

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