Assignment
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Course Name: Course Name
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Course Code: 25UIUX12
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Assignment ID: MCS011-2024-12
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Total Marks: 100
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Total Questions: 15
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Due Date: dd-mm-yy 11:59 PM
Instructions
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As explained in the Programme Guide, you will have to do a Tutor MarkedAssignment for each course for the Certificate Programme. This booklet containsthe assignments of three courses of Certificate Programme in Peace Studies and Conflict Management (CPSCM).
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You need to submit all the assignments within the stipulated time for being eligible to appear in the term-end examination. Before you attempt the assignments, please read the instructions carefully provided in the Programme Guide.
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It is important that you write the answers in your own words. Your answers should be within the approximate range of the word-limit set for a particular section. Remember, writing answers to assignment questions will improve your writing skills and prepare you for the term-end examination.
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All assignments, including these, have to be submitted to the Coordinator of your Study Centre. Remember to obtain a receipt from the Study Centre for the assignments submitted and retain it. If possible, keep a Xerox copy of the assignments with you.
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The Study Centre will have to return the assignments to you after they are evaluated. Please insist on this. The Study Centre will note down the marked awarded for each assignment and forward them to the Student Evaluation Division (SED) at IGNOU, New Delhi.
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SECTION - I
Note: Answer five questions in all, selecting at least two questions from each section. Each question is to be answered in about 500 words. Each question carries 20 marks.
1. Critically examine the concept of peace by distinguishing between negative and positive peace. Discuss the relevance of peace-building processes in contemporary times.
SECTION - I
Note: Answer five questions in all, selecting at least two questions from each section. Each question is to be answered in about 500 words. Each question carries 20 marks.
2. Analyse the major theories of peace-building and evaluate their applicability in addressing modern global conflicts.
SECTION - I
Note: Answer five questions in all, selecting at least two questions from each section. Each question is to be answered in about 500 words. Each question carries 20 marks.
3. Explain the concept, sources, and stages of conflict. How does understanding the life cycle of conflict help in designing effective conflict management strategies?
SECTION - I
Note: Answer five questions in all, selecting at least two questions from each section. Each question is to be answered in about 500 words. Each question carries 20 marks.
4. Discuss the distinction between conflict management, conflict settlement, conflict transformation, and conflict resolution. Evaluate their effectiveness in achieving sustainable peace.
SECTION - I
Note: Answer five questions in all, selecting at least two questions from each section. Each question is to be answered in about 500 words. Each question carries 20 marks.
5. Examine the role of land reforms and human security in addressing structural violence and preventing conflicts. Critically analyse their limitations in contemporary societies.
SECTION - II
Write a short note on each part of the following questions in about 250 words
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Importance of peace for human survival and development.
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Human security and its key dimensions.
SECTION - II
Write a short note on each part of the following questions in about 250 words
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Concept of conflict and its key characteristics.
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Distinguish between violent and non-violent conflicts with suitable examples.
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Write a short note on each part of the following questions in about 250 words
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Typology of conflicts and their changing nature in the post-Cold War era.
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Role of perception and values in intensifying conflicts.
SECTION - II
Write a short note on each part of the following questions in about 250 words
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Role of civil society in conflict management and peace-building.
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Role of government in resolving conflicts in democratic societies.
SECTION - II
Write a short note on each part of the following questions in about 250 words
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Significance of dialogue (inter-religious and among conflicting parties) in conflict resolution.
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Importance of individual initiatives in promoting peace.