Political Scientists

Definition

Scholars who study political systems, institutions, behavior, and policies in order to gain insights into how governments function and how they impact societies.

Related terms

Political Theory: The study of ideas about power, justice, rights, governance, and societal organization.

Comparative Politics: The subfield of political science that focuses on comparing different political systems across countries or regions.

Political Ideologies:

Sets of beliefs about politics, society, economics, and values that shape individuals' views on government policies.