This video lesson gives a detailed introduction to the concept of government and examines its basic concepts including state, society, nation-state, power, authority, etc. It also examines case studies that help to illustrate how these concepts are applied in the real world. The following are the learning objectives: 1. Definition and Scope of Government 2. State, Society, Nation and Nation-State – definition, features, differences 3. Power, Authority, Legitimacy, Sovereignty – definition, sources, forms/ types, limitations, etc. 4. Political Socialisation, Political Participation and Political Culture – Definition, agents, forms, etc.
