Political Theory: Concepts and Debates English Medium For Gauhati University By Santosh Kumar Sahu Kalyani Publisher

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Political Theory: Concepts and Debates English Medium For Gauhati University By Santosh Kumar Sahu Kalyani Publisher

Political Theory: Concepts and Debates by Santosh Kumar Sahu is a core textbook for Political Science students of Gauhati University. The book introduces fundamental political ideas, major ideological debates, and the evolution of political thought from classical to contemporary times.

📚 Major Concepts Covered

• 🏛️ Political Theory — Meaning, Nature & Significance

• 🗳️ State, Sovereignty & Power

• ⚖️ Liberty, Equality & Justice

• 👥 Rights, Citizenship & Democracy

• 🌍 Ideologies — Liberalism, Marxism, Feminism, etc.

• 🧭 Political Obligation & Authority

• 🕊️ Civil Society & Multiculturalism

• 🔍 Contemporary Political Debates

🧠 Thinkers Discussed

• 🏺 Ancient philosophers and classical thinkers

• 📖 Social contract theorists

• ⚙️ Marxist and socialist scholars

• 👩 Feminist political theorists

• 🌐 Modern and post-modern perspectives

✏️ Key Features

• ✔️ Strictly based on Gauhati University syllabus

• ✔️ Clear conceptual explanations in simple English

• ✔️ Balanced focus on theory and debates

• ✔️ Suitable for long-answer writing

• ✔️ Chapter-end questions for practice

🎓 Ideal For

• B.A. Political Science students (Gauhati University)

• Semester examination preparation

• Students preparing for competitive exams involving political theory

⭐ Why This Book Is Important

Political theory builds the foundation of political science. This book helps students understand how political ideas shape institutions, laws, and society, making it essential for both academic success and deeper civic awareness.