Question 1

Q1: Which of the statements are TRUE about globalisation? a. Globalisation is purely an economic phenomenon. b. Globalisation began in 1991. c. Globalisat...

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d. Globalisation is a multi-dimensional phenomenon. Explanation: The chapter explicitly states that globalisation is a multi-dimensional concept with political, economic, and cultural manifestations. It warns that it is wrong to assume it is purely an economic or cultural phenomenon. The text also i...

Question 2

Q10: Do you agree with the argument that globalisation leads to cultural heterogeneity?

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Yes, I agree with the argument that globalisation can lead to cultural heterogeneity. While a common fear is that globalisation causes cultural homogenisation (the world becoming culturally uniform under Western influence), the chapter provides strong evidence for the opposite effect as well. Cultur...

Question 3

Q11: How has globalisation impacted on India and how is India in turn impacting on globalisation?

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Impact of Globalisation on India: Globalisation has impacted India in various economic, social, and cultural ways:    Economic Reforms: In 1991, India moved away from its post-independence policy of protectionism and embraced economic liberalisation. This involved de-regulating trade and foreign inv...

Question 4

Q2: Which of the statements are TRUE about the impact of globalisation? a. Globalisation has been uneven in its impact on states and societies. b. Globali...

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a. Globalisation has been uneven in its impact on states and societies. Explanation: The text clearly states, "The impact of globalisation is vastly uneven it affects some societies more than others and some parts of some societies more than others". It also discusses political, economic, and cultur...

Question 5

Q3: Which of the statements are TRUE about the causes of globalisation? a. Technology is an important cause of globalisation. b. Globalisation is caused b...

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a. Technology is an important cause of globalisation. Explanation: The chapter identifies technology as a "critical element" in causing globalisation. It highlights that inventions like the telegraph, telephone, and microchip have revolutionised communication and made the easy movement of ideas, cap...

Question 6

Q4: Which of the statements are TRUE about globalisation? a. Globalisation is only about movement of commodities b. Globalisation does not involve a confl...

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d. Globalisation is about worldwide interconnectedness. Explanation: The text defines the crucial element of globalisation as the "'worldwide interconnectedness' that is created and sustained as a consequence of these constant flows." These flows are not just of commodities but also of ideas, capita...

Question 7

Q5: Which of the statements are FALSE about globalisation? a. Advocates of globalisation argue that it will result in greater economic growth. b. Critics...

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c. Advocates of globalisation argue that it will result in cultural homogenisation. Explanation: This statement is false. According to the text, advocates of economic globalisation focus on its potential to generate greater economic growth and well-being. The argument that globalisation leads to cul...

Question 8

Q6: What is worldwide interconnectedness? What are its components?

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Worldwide interconnectedness is the crucial element of globalisation, created and sustained by constant flows across the globe. It means that events, ideas, and actions in one part of the world can have a significant impact on other parts of the world, linking societies and people together. Accordin...

Question 9

Q7: How has technology contributed to globalisation?

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Technology has been a critical element and a primary driver of contemporary globalisation. Its contributions are significant in several ways:    Revolutionised Communication: The invention of the telegraph, telephone, and more recently, the microchip, has revolutionised communication. This allows fo...

Question 10

Q8: Critically evaluate the impact of the changing role of the state in the developing countries in the light of globalisation.

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Globalisation has had a complex and contradictory impact on the role of the state, especially in developing countries. The impact can be evaluated from three different perspectives: 1.  Erosion of State Capacity: Globalisation has led to an erosion of state capacity, which is the ability of a govern...

Question 11

Q9: What are the economic implications of globalisation? How has globalisation impacted on India with regard to this particular dimension?

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Economic Implications of Globalisation: Economic globalisation involves greater economic flows between countries. Its implications are a subject of intense debate:    Increased Flows: It leads to greater trade in commodities as countries reduce import restrictions. It also involves fewer restriction...

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