Interdisciplinary Relationships in Political Science
Political science and history share a symbiotic relationship, with history providing the foundation for political analysis while political science influences historical events. The contribution of economics to political science is evident in how economic conditions shape political ideologies and policies. Despite their differences in scope and methodology, these social sciences intersect to create a holistic understanding of societal dynamics.
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Relations of Political Science with other social sciences
Political Science And History History is the balance sheet of the activities of man in past and it includes his political activities also. Therefore, close relationship between political science and history is natural. In this regard Prof. Seeley has said, history without Political science has no fruit, political science without history has no roots Freeman said history is past politics and politics is present history.
Contribution of history to politics History provide material for politics Roots of political institutions are in history History is the laboratory for political science History explains the changes in political systems Contribution of political Science to history Today s politics is history of tomorrow Political events change the course of history
Difference between political science and history Difference in their scope History deals with past whereas political science deals with past, present and future. Difference in the methods of study Difference in ends
Political science and economics For economic progress political stability is essential State formulates economic policies State enforces political policies Economic system is laid down by the state Political solutions of economic problems State make rules about consumption and distributions State regulates production
Contribution of economics to political science Economic condition influences the political conditions of man Economic inequalities give birth to revolutions Political ideologies are the outcome of economic conditions Economic system influences the policies of the government Economic prosperity is must for the success of democracy Economic activities are responsible for the origin of state,
Difference between political science and economics Difference in their subject matter Difference in their method of study Production made in economics generally true, but not in political science.
Political science and sociology Sociology is the science of society and science society is the oldest institution, therefore, sociology can be considered mother science of all social sciences. In Sociology we make the study of the entire individual which includes economic, religious, political aspects of his life. social life social, and of all culture
Contribution of political science to sociology Provide knowledge about the state State ends social evils State regulates social organizations Contribution of sociology to political science State has developed out of society Sociology provide material to political science Social conditions influence political organizations Social customs influence the law of the state It helps to understand politoical ideologies
Difference between political science and sociology Difference in their subject matter Difference in their origin Difference in their scope Difference in their approach Study of political science is more legislative whereas of sociology not Sociology deals with conscious and unconscious actions whereas political science deals with conscious action alone
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By Dr. AMANDIP KAUR DEPTT. OF POLITICAL SCIENCE, PGGCG, SEC. 11, CHANDIGARH
