Module 7: Political approaches
  Lecture19: Political Contribution to Happiness and Justice
 

QUESTIONS AND EXERCISE

  • What is state? Distinguish between state, government and regime.

  • How do the political institutions determine the state of happiness in society?

  • What are limitations of state in implementing its agenda?

  • What do people normally expect from their political leaders?

  • What are pressures on state from the top and the bottom?

  • What are major competing perspectives of perfect society in contemporary India?

  • What is the future of state in India?

  • Do you think that a party devoted to development can always find a wide support? Justify your answer with examples from Indian politics.

  • What is the role of political leaders in a democratic country?

  • Why is India moving towards multi-party system of government? Will this be more effective than the single party system of government?