Table of Contents
Preface
Purpose of the Book
Scope and Relevance in Today’s World
About the Author
Part I: Foundations of Politics and International Relations
Chapter 1 Introduction to Politics and International Relations
Chapter 2 Evolution of Political Thought: From Classical to Modern Times
Chapter 3The State, Sovereignty, and Power
Chapter 4 Approaches and Methodologies in Political Science
Chapter 5 Theories of International Relations: Realism, Liberalism, Constructivism, and Beyond
Part II: Key Political Theories and Concepts
Chapter 6 Democracy and Authoritarianism: Comparative Perspectives
Chapter 7 Nationalism, Identity, and the Politics of Belonging
Chapter 8 Political Ideologies: Liberalism, Conservatism, Socialism, Feminism, and Environmentalism
Chapter 9 Global Governance and the Role of International Law
Chapter 10 Political Economy: State, Market, and Globalization
Part III: Major Global Issues
Chapter 11 War, Peace, and Security Studies
Chapter12 Nuclear Politics and the Arms Race
Chapter 13 Terrorism, Insurgency, and Asymmetric Warfare
Chapter 14 Human Rights, Humanitarian Intervention, and International Justice
Chapter 15 Environment, Climate Change, and Sustainable Development
Chapter16 Migration, Refugees, and Global Demographic Shifts
Chapter 17 Technology, Cyber Politics, and Digital Diplomacy
Part IV: International Institutions and Regional Dynamics
Chapter 18 The United Nations and Multilateral Diplomacy
Chapter 19 Regional Organizations: EU, ASEAN, AU, and SAARC
Chapter 20 The Politics of Global Trade: WTO, IMF, and World Bank
Chapter 21 Great Powers and Global Leadership: USA, China, Russia, and Emerging Powers
Chapter 22 The Global South: Development, Inequality, and Non-Aligned Movements
Part V: Modern Perspectives and Future Directions
Chapter 23 Feminist Perspectives in International Relations
Chapter 24 Postcolonialism and Global Power Imbalances
Chapter 25 The Rise of Populism and Its Global Impact
Chapter 26 The Shifting Balance of Power in the 21st Century
Chapter 27 Future of Global Order: Cooperation or Conflict?
Conclusion
Key Takeaways
Relevance of Politics and International Relations in Everyday Life
Bibliography
Frequently Asked Questions And Their Answers
Question Bank
