Political science examines how power works within societies, from local governments to global institutions. At its core, the discipline seeks to understand how decisions are made, how authority is exercised, and how those choices affect communities. This is an introductory article for the module on political science. This article sets the context and defines the term as well as analyzing the scope and importance of political science. The key theme in this article is that political science as a field of study has acquired importance in recent years due to the explosion in interest of the matters related to the working of the political economy. Political science studies governments, political systems, and how decisions are made in society. It helps us to understand laws, policies, and leadership. Every country has a political system that shapes how people live. By learning political science, we can become more informed citizens and take part in shaping our communities. This article aims to provide an easy-to-understand introduction to political science for beginners. Political science is the systematic study of governments, political institutions, and public policies. It examines the processes by which decisions are made, how power is distributed, and the impact of government actions on society.
