INTRODUCTION OF POLITICAL CONCEPTS Paper - I UNIT IV

INTRODUCTION OF POLITICAL CONCEPTS
Paper - I UNIT IV

1. POLITICAL SCIENCE Paper Title- INTRODUCTION OF POLITICAL CONCEPTS-I B.A. FIRST YEAR SEMESTER-I Prof . Sumit Patil

2. Table of Contents 1. Meaning and Definition 2. Bases of Power and Authority 3. Characteristics of Power and Authority 4. Types of Power and Authority

3. Meaning and Definition - Power: The ability to influence or control the behavior of people. - Definition: Power is often understood as the capacity to effect change or direct the actions of others. - Authority: The legitimate right to wield power. - Definition: Authority is recognized power that individuals or institutions possess and exercise.

4. Bases of Power and Authority 1. Bases of Power : - Coercive Power: Based on the ability to punish or coerce. - Reward Power: Based on the ability to distribute rewards. - Legitimate Power: Based on formal authority or position. - Expert Power: Based on knowledge or expertise. - Referent Power: Based on charisma or personal appeal. 2. Bases of Authority : - Traditional Authority: Based on customs and traditions. - Charismatic Authority: Based on the personal appeal and extraordinary leadership of an individual. - Legal-Rational Authority: Based on formal rules and regulations.

5. Characteristics of Power and Authority 1. Characteristics of Power : - Relational: Power exists in relationships between individuals or groups. - Dynamic: Power can change over time and context. - Contextual: Power depends on specific situations and environments. - Multidimensional: Power can manifest in various forms (economic, political, social). 2. Characteristics of Authority : - Legitimacy: Authority is recognized and accepted as rightful. - Institutionalization: Authority is often embedded in institutions. - Stability: Authority tends to be more stable and enduring than power. - Compliance: Authority relies on voluntary compliance and obedience.

6. Types of Power and Authority 1. Types of Power : - Coercive Power: Uses threats or force to achieve compliance. - Reward Power: Offers incentives to gain compliance. - Legitimate Power: Derives from formal authority or position. - Expert Power: Based on knowledge or expertise. - Referent Power: Based on charisma or personal attraction. 2. Types of Authority : - Traditional Authority: Rooted in longstanding customs and practices. - Charismatic Authority: Based on the extraordinary personal qualities of an individual leader. - Legal-Rational Authority: Based on formal, legal rules and procedures.

7. Summary - Recap of the key points: - Definition and meaning of power and authority. - Bases of power and authority. - Characteristics of power and authority. - Types of power and authority. - Emphasize the importance of understanding these concepts in political science.