What is the Scope of Political Science?
- Political Theory- entire body of doctrines relating to origin, form, behavior, and purposes of a state
- Public Law- covers constitutional law, administrative law, and international law.
- Public Administration- methods and techniques used in actual management of state affairs by the 3 branches of government
Functions and Importance:
- To discover the principles that should be adhered to in public affairs and to study the operations of the government.
- Its findings can be used in seeking resolutions to immediate situations.
- To be able to deal with social and economic problems and other matters of public and private concerns.
Necessity of the Study:
- Education for citizenship
- Essential part of liberal education
- Knowledge and understanding of government