CUET · Domain — Political Science · Lagos, Nigeria
Domain — Political Science for the CUET Exam — Lagos candidates
10% of the CUET test plan. CUET Political Science covers NCERT Class 11–12: Indian constitution, political theory, comparative politics, and international relations. Calibrated for Lagosian candidates.
Examiners do not award marks for content alone — they award them for the ability to demonstrate competency in the precise format the test demands. Domain — Political Science sits at roughly 10% of the Common University Entrance Test content distribution — Political Science is required for B.A. Political Science and law-pathway admissions. CUET draws from NCERT Class 11 (Political Theory, Indian Constitution at Work) and Class 12 (Contemporary World Politics, Politics in India Since Independence). Constitutional provisions and post-1947 Indian politics are the highest-yield areas. Pass rates for the CUET are published annually by the awarding body and vary by cohort and locale. For Lagos candidates preparing for CUET, the calibration of study to local context matters: Lagos is West Africa's densest exam centre — JAMB UTME, WAEC, IELTS, and TOEFL all operate large weekly sessions. Pearson VUE Lagos serves NCLEX, GRE, and GMAT candidates region-wide.
Common failure modes
These are the patterns that cause most candidates to lose marks on this topic. Recognising them in advance is half the work.
- !Confusing Fundamental Rights articles with DPSP articles
- !Misidentifying Cold War events or Non-Aligned Movement milestones
- !Overlooking Chapter 9 (Regional Aspirations) of NCERT Class 12 — frequently tested
Study tips
- 1Read both NCERT Class 11 books (Political Theory and Indian Constitution at Work) thoroughly.
- 2Make a constitutional amendments chart: which amendment, what it changed, and what year.
- 3For Class 12, focus on Ch. 1–3 (Cold War Era, End of Bipolarity, US Hegemony) and Ch. 7–9 (India's foreign policy, regional aspirations, recent developments).
- 4JAMB UTME is delivered as CBT only — book your nearest CBT centre (Yaba, Surulere, Ikeja) early; centres outside Lagos State require interstate travel.
- 5IELTS speaking and listening sessions in Victoria Island fill 6 weeks ahead during peak migration season (May–August). Book a Lekki or Ikeja slot if VI is full.
- 6For NCLEX/GRE/GMAT: the Pearson VUE Ikeja centre is the most reliable NG site; bring a backup ID and arrive 90 minutes early — Lagos traffic is the most common cause of missed slots.
Sample CUET Domain — Political Science questions
These sample items mirror the format and difficulty of real CUET questions. Practice with thousands more on the free Koydo question bank.
- 1
Which Fundamental Right was removed from the Indian Constitution by the 44th Amendment?
- ARight to Equality
- BRight to PropertyCorrect
- CRight to Freedom
- DRight to Constitutional Remedies
Why this answer?
The Right to Property (Article 31) was removed as a Fundamental Right by the 44th Constitutional Amendment (1978) and converted to a legal/constitutional right under Article 300A. This change was made to enable land reforms without judicial challenge.
Frequently asked questions
Is CUET Political Science based on Class 11 or Class 12 NCERT?
What is the CUET pass rate for Lagosian candidates?
How long should Lagosian candidates study Domain — Political Science for the CUET?
Practice CUET-UG free with Koydo.
Domain subjects, language test, and general aptitude — NTA-aligned.
Related study guides
- English Language for CUET (Lagos, Nigeria)Another CUET topic for Lagosian candidates
- General Test — Reasoning & Aptitude for CUET (Lagos, Nigeria)Another CUET topic for Lagosian candidates
- Domain — General Studies for CUET (Lagos, Nigeria)Another CUET topic for Lagosian candidates
- Domain — Physics for CUET (Lagos, Nigeria)Another CUET topic for Lagosian candidates
- Domain — Chemistry for CUET (Lagos, Nigeria)Another CUET topic for Lagosian candidates
- Domain — Political Science for CUET — U.S. candidatesSame Domain — Political Science topic, different locale framing
- Domain — Political Science for CUET — U.K. candidatesSame Domain — Political Science topic, different locale framing
- Domain — Political Science for CUET — Indian candidatesSame Domain — Political Science topic, different locale framing