Political science

Political science is a branch of social science that is concerned with theory, description, analysis and prediction of political behavior, political systems and politics.

Political scientists study the allocation and transfer of power in decision-making, the roles and systems of governance including governments and international organizations, political behavior and public policies. They measure the success of governance and specific policies by examining many factors, including stability, justice, material wealth, and peace. 

 Related pages 
 Law
 Constitutional economics
 Constitutional law
 Debate
 Diplomacy
 Freedom of speech
 Government
 International relations
 Jurisdiction
 Civics
 Nation
 Political economy
 Political philosophy
 Politics
 Policy
 State
 War

 Further reading 
 American Political Science Review - The Evolution of Political Science . APSR Centennial Volume - Special Issue - November 2006

 Other websites 

 American Political Science Association
 International Political Science Association
 Political Studies Association of the UK

Category:Political science