1️⃣ Contemporary World Politics

Focus: International relations and global developments after WWII
Chapters:

1. The Cold War Era

2. The End of Bipolarity

3. US Hegemony in World Politics

4. Alternative Centres of Power

5. Contemporary South Asia

6. International Organizations (UN)

7. Security in the Contemporary World

8. Environment and Natural Resources

9. Globalization

Key Takeaways:

• Covers global political trends, conflicts, and cooperation

• Discusses India’s foreign policy, globalization, UN, and environment

• Useful for understanding international affairs and diplomacy

2️⃣ Politics in India Since Independence

Focus: Political developments in India post-1947
Chapters:

1. Challenges of Nation Building

2. Era of One-Party Dominance

3. Politics of Planned Development

4. India’s External Relations

5. Challenges to and Restoration of the Congress System

6. The Crisis of Democratic Order (Emergency)

7. Rise of Popular Movements

8. Regional Aspirations

9. Recent Developments in Indian Politics

Key Takeaways:

• Traces political evolution of India after independence

• Covers Emergency, liberalization, social movements, and party dynamics

• Great for understanding modern Indian polity and governance