book introduction L1 Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
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What is the main aim of comparative politics?
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To understand political systems by comparing them across time and space, identifying patterns, differences, and explanations.
2
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Why is comparison important in political science?
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It reveals underlying mechanisms, tests theories, and avoids ethnocentric bias.
3
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What are the key dimensions of comparison in comparative politics?
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Institutions, actors, processes, outcomes.
4
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How does comparative politics differ from international relations?
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It focuses on domestic politics within states, while IR deals with relations between states.
5
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What is the relevance of comparative politics in today’s world?
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It helps understand democratization, authoritarianism, governance, conflict, and institutional performance.
