Students who successfully complete this course will be able to:

• Understand Theoretical Frameworks: Explain various theoretical frameworks that describe state-society relations, including classical and contemporary perspectives.
• Analyze Historical Development: Analyze the historical development of state-society relations and identify key factors that have shaped these interactions over time.
• Evaluate Institutional Structures: Evaluate the institutional structures and mechanisms through which states engage with and govern societies, including legal, political, and social institutions.
• Compare Political Systems: Assess state-society relations from a comparative perspective, understanding how different political systems and cultural contexts influence these relationships.
• Critically Analyze Contemporary Issues: Critically analyze contemporary issues and challenges in state-society relations, such as governance, democracy, civil society, and public policy.