The relationship between political science and other disciplines in the social sciences and humanities
Abstract
This paper provides a brief overview of the relationship between political science and other disciplines in the social sciences and humanities. It has argued that political science is both a part of and apart from other disciplines. It has shown how political science draws on various fields of inquiry to inform its own questions or answers. It has also shown how political science contributes to various fields of inquiry by offering its own answers or questions. It has discussed how political science interacts with other disciplines through various forms of collaboration or communication. It also discussed the relationship between political science and other disciplines in the social sciences and humanities and how it is characterized by a symbiotic exchange of ideas and methodologies. It offers opportunities for broader and deeper understanding of political phenomena, but also requires careful attention to interdisciplinary collaboration and communication. It further discussed some of the challenges or opportunities that arise from these interactions and proffered how the future of political science as a multidisciplinary field lies in the ability of scholars to navigate these challenges and seize the opportunities for integration and innovation. Finally, it made some recommendations for fostering a more collaborative and integrative approach to political science education and scholarship.
How to Cite This Article
Dr. Toye Manuwa (2024). The relationship between political science and other disciplines in the social sciences and humanities . International Journal of Multidisciplinary Comprehensive Research (IJMCR), 3(2), 35-41. DOI: https://doi.org/10.54660/IJMCR.2024.3.2.31-41