Class 12 Political Science - Chapter 1: The End of Bipolarity
Explore the fall of the USSR, the end of the Cold War, and the rise of unipolarity in Class 12 Political Science Chapter 1. Understand the post-Soviet transition and global impact.
Overview
This chapter explores the disintegration of the Soviet Union, marking the end of the Cold War and the bipolar world order. It analyzes the causes of collapse, the emergence of a unipolar world, and the transition of post-Soviet states to democracy and capitalism.
Why This Chapter Matters
The fall of the USSR reshaped global politics, economy, and ideology. Understanding this shift is key to analyzing contemporary international relations, power structures, and geopolitical alignments.
Real-Life Applications
- Understanding the internal and external factors behind the USSR’s collapse.
- Analyzing the impact of the end of bipolarity on global politics and the emergence of the US as a sole superpower.
- Studying political and economic transitions in post-communist countries.
Skills You Will Learn
- Comparing bipolar, unipolar, and multipolar world orders.
- Evaluating ideological conflicts and transformations.
- Interpreting historical timelines and political reforms.
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Flashcards
A: Internal economic weaknesses, political stagnation, and Gorbachev’s reforms like Glasnost and Perestroika contributed significantly.
A: 15 independent republics emerged, with Russia as the successor state.
A: It refers to the shift from a world dominated by two superpowers (US and USSR) to a unipolar world led by the US.
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