POL. SC HSSLC Board Exam Questions (2015-2023)

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2015 Choose tl FM-100 TIME -3 Hrs. 4xisg (a) yh Correct answer: re of Soviet economy is Which among the following statements that describe the nat™) wrong? () Socialism was the dominant ideology. i , 7 duction. State ownership/control existed over the factors of pro‘ i) People enjoyed economic freedom. m (iv) Every aspect of the economy was planned am | (>) Which among the following best explains the reason for 8! ment? ing nature. (i) The developed countries are concerned about Ee earls ‘and natural habitats, (ii) Protection of the environment is vital for indigenmetiviti ies has become pervasive ang (iii) The environmental degradation caused by human has reached a dangerous level. (iv) None of the above. led by the State. ‘ ing concerns about the environ, rary world order? (©) Which among the following statements is wrong about the ane ep htes Pe () There is an absence of world government, which could regu (ii) The USis the predominant player in word affairs. (iii) States are using force against one another. . ; {iv) States, which violate international law, are severely punished by the UN. 4) Which among the following statements about the Cold War is wrong? ; w @ It maa competition between the US and Soviet Union and their respective allies, (ii) _ It was an ideological war between the superpowers. It triggered off an arms race. The US and USSR were engaged in direct wars. iv) (e) Which of the statements are(is) TRUE about globalisation? () Globalisation is purely an economic phenomenon. (i) Globalisation began in 1991. (iii) Globalisation is the same thing as westernisation. (iv). Globalisation is a multi-dimensional phenomenon. 2. Choose the correct option to fill in the blanks: (2) The fall of th symbolized the end of Cold War. (USSR / Berlin Wall) (6)! China entered into bilateral relations with {a major country) in 1972. (USA / USSR) ()_ The highest functionary of the UNO is called . (Secret: it i (d)' The first General election in 1952 involved simultani pet epoca 4xl=4 r \eous electi epee) eecee ction to the Lok Sabha and 3. Write true or false against each of these statements, ex1=6 (a) The Earth's atmosphere, Antarctica, of ae ‘ca, orean floor and outer space are considered as part of the (b) Critics of globalisation argue that it will result i n gre: ' (scatter tein ter conan day. {a} The Treaty of Peace and Friendship 1971 was the result of Indo (c) Partition of India was the outcome of ‘two-nations theor, > nis > “loseness to the USA. (0 CPi supported the proclamation of the Emergency 4, Match the following: "gency. (a) Total Revolution (i Giving yj 5x {b) Personal law and gender justice ( '8 UP certain type of we: Economii on (©) Panchshee! i) ic model (ill) Jaya Prak: oe (Ra sat rn \) Five Principles of peaceful co-exist 5. Mentions any two features of the Seg Stence rity Council, ~ Page lag ~ 141-2 . ee ; 2015“ HSS/I1 Mention any two features that distinguish the Soviet economy from that of capitalist countries US. | What are the objectives of establishing regional organisation. telez 4. What is balance of power? - ci Pow 2 4, Bring out two major differences between the challenge of nation building f region of the country at the time of independence. eee a i eE a indey 141-2 10. What would you consider as the main differences between Mexico and India under one-party dom- tion’ tion? . 2 11. Write two reasons being used by Nehru for keeping India Secular. I+1=2 12. Write briefly how technology has contributed to Globalisation. 2 13, What is the difference between traditional and non-traditional threat to security? 4 14, Why have issues related to global environmental protection became the priority concern of states since 1990s? 4 15. How does geographical proximity influence the formation of regional organisation. 4 16. Identify any two aspects of Indian foreign policy that you would like to retain and the two that you would like to change, if you were to become a decision maker. 242=4 17. Do movements and protests in a country strengthen democracy? Justify your answer briefly.2+2=4 18. In what ways did the imposition of emergency affect the party system in India? Elaborate your answer with examples. 4 19. Why did the Anandpur Sahib resolution became controversial. 4 20. “In the new era of coalition politics, political parties are aligning or not aligning on the basis of ideology.” What argument would you put forward to support or opposé this statement? 4 21. a) What was Shock Therapy? Was this the best way to make transition from Communism to Capi- talism? 246" OR b) What was India’s foreign policy towards the US and USSR during the period of Cold War era? Do you think that this policy helps India’s interests? 34342=8 22. a) “If big and resourceful state cannot resist the US hegemony, it is unrealistic to expect much smaller and weaker non-state actors to offer any resistance.” Examine this proposition and give your pinion. OR b) “The emerging economies of India and China have great potential to challenge the unipolar world.” Do you agree with the statement? Substantiate your answer. . m8 23, a) In what sense was the Congress an ideological coalition? Mention the various ideological currents present within the Congress. 8 OR ) Bring out rhree differences each Socialist and the Communist Party and between Bharatiya Jana Sangh and Swatantra Party. 8 24. a) The anti-arrack movement in Andhra Pradesh drew the attention of the country to some serious issues, What were the issues? 8 OR b) State the main issues in Indian politics after 1989. 8 ee Dane {hh = 2016 LL FM-100 TIME -3 Hrs. Choose the cores answer: 7 4) Who among the followin, ‘ icy? igadopted an‘open door’ policy? @ China (i) EU iit). Japan (iv) USA bout the envir (>) Which among the following best explains the reason for growing concerns about nviron. ment? (0. The developed countries are concerned about protecting Natt (i) Protection ofthe environment i vital for indigenous People and natural habitats. (iii) ‘The environmental degradation caused by human has reached a dangerous level. (iv) None of the above. activities has become pervasive ang i 2 (©) Which among the following statements about the partition is nese (Partition of india was the outcome of the ‘two-nation theory. (ii) Punjab and Bengal were the two provinces oe ‘on the basis of religion. i) East Pakistan and West Pakistan were not contiguous. {iv) The scheme of Partition included a plan for transfer of population across the border, (4) Find the odd one out in the context of proclamation of emergency. () The call for Total Revolution’. (ii) The Railway Strike of 1974. (iii) The Naxalite Movement. (iv) The Allahabad High Court verdict. ' 2. Fillin the blanks: (a) The Soviet political system was based on _ ideology. (Socialist / Capitalist) (b) is an organisation of ASEAN that deals with security. ( FTA / ARF) ()__ The Prime objective of UN is . (Maintenance of international peace and security / facilitation of free trade mong member countries) (4) The party that won the second largest number of seats in the first election was the (Communist Party of India / Bharatiya Janata Party) (©) One of the guiding principles of the ideology of The Swatantra Party was states within the Indian Union / economy free from state control) (Q ARF was established in the year (1998 / 1994) . (autonomy of 3. Match the following: A B (a) Students protest i ‘a Warsaw protest 10) poe Pact : (0) Garibi Hatao fa nia oan wr Regulates the acquisition or development (4) Socio-religious identity leading to stateh thar (2) Socio elg wtostatehood (iv) Bihar movement (v) Punjab 4. Write true or false against each of these statem its, (a) States which violate international law are = (8) Globalisation is caused bya pariulsrans se rel Punished by the UN, ons (c) India and Pakistan are the two countries ene mn, Of PeOPle. (@) Social movements in India emerged becage eet PS€4 07 religion, Poca mover cause there were many issues that pol did () The Chipko movement was an envirom ee 5. Give reasons why the super powers have nye tal Move imental movement to pre 6. What is Shock Therapy? ‘ave military alliance with enters ent cutting down of trees. |. {gterorism traditional or non-traditional threat to security? : | Give ro choices available toa state when its security is threatened according to traditional security 2016 HSS/11 2 spective. i , ; ; 2 «What was the task of the State Reorganisation Commission? What was its most salon recommen: fon? =: 0. cae ‘any two differences between Bharatiya Jana Sangh and the Swatantra Party, 2 11, Why did Nehru regard the conduct of foreign relations as an essential indicator of independence? State any two reasons with examples to support your answer. 2 12, Would you consider the anti-Arrack movement as a women’s movement? Why? 1+1=2 13: What are the constraints on American hegemony today? Which one of these do you expect to get more important in the future? _. 14, Asactizen of India, how would you support India’s candidature for permanent membership in the Security Council? Justify your proposal. a 15. What were the outcomes of the Rio Summit? a 16. What is world-wide interconnectedness? What are its components? 242-4 17, The Shah Commission was appointed in 1977 by the Janata Party government. Why was it af pointed and what were its findings? 4 18. How does political leadership of a nation affect its foreign policy? 4 19. what were the main provisions of the Punjab Accord? ; 4 20. In spite ofthe decline of the Congress dominance, the Congress Party continues to influence politics of the country. Do you agree? Give reasons. 4 21, a)NAM was considered a “third option” by the Third World countries. How did this option benefit their growth during the peak of the Cold war. . 8 OR by What were the main consequences of the disintegration of Soviet Union for countries like India?8 22. a) Based on the Lok Sabha debate on Indo-US deal, develop any one of them into a full speech defending a certain position on Indo-US relations. 8 OR by In what ways does the present Chinese economy differ from its Command Economy? 8 23, nis said that the nation is to a large extent an imagined community held together by common beliefs, history, political aspirations and imaginations. Identify the features that make India anation. 8 OR ») If Bharatiya Jana Sangh or the Communist Party of India had formed the government after the first election, in which aspects would the policies of the government have been different? Specify three differences each for both the parties. 8 24. a) The Bharatiya Kisan Union is a leading organisation highlighting the plight of farmers. What were the issues addressed by it in the nineties and to what extent were they successful? 8 OR b) Many people think that two-party system is essential for successful working of democracy. Draw- ing from India’s experience of last twenty years, write an essay on what advantages the present Party system in India has. 8 2017 fone the correct answer: FM-100 TIME-3 Hrs. Sxi=5 8) Which among the foll rong? : lowing statements about the Cold War is w' ilies. ()_Ttwas a competition between the US and Soviet Union and their respective alles. (i) Itwas an ideological war between the superpowers. (ili) Te triggered off an arms race. (iv) The US and USSR were engaged in direct wars. 2 (b) Which among the following statements does not reflect the objectives et () Enabling newly decolonised countries to pursue independent po! (ii) Not to joining any military alliances. (it) Following a policy of neutrality on global issues. (iv) Focus on elimination of global economic inequalities. ; () Which among the following is not an outcome of the disintegration of the USSR’ (End of the ideological war between the US and USSR. (ii). Birth of CIs. ~ (iii) Change in the balance of power in the world order. (iv) Crises in the Middle East. (d) The ‘ASEAN Way’ - ‘ te i Reflects the lifestyle of ASEAN members. 7 fa Aform of interac among ASEAN members that is informal and cooperative. (iii) ‘The defence policy followed by the ASEAN members. (iv) _ The road that connects all the ASEAN members. (©) Find the odd one out in the context of proclamation of emergency. (i) The call for ‘Total Revolution’. (i) The Railway Strike of 1974. (iii ‘The Naxalite Movement. (iv) The Allahabad High Court verdict. Choose the correct option to fill in the blanks: 4xd=4 (a) The First General Elections in 1952 involved simultaneous elections to the Lok Sabha and (The President of India / State Assemblies / Rajya Sabha / The Prime Minister) 6) influenced the establishment of the Organisation for European Economic Coopera- tion in 1948. (WTO / Marshall / World Bank / EU) (© Chinaentered into bilateral relations with in 1972. (US,/ USSR / Japan / UK) (d) The highest functionary of the UN is called__. (Secretary General / Securit ‘il International Court of Justice / General Assembly) , Meat Write true or false against each of these statements: 6x1=6 (2) Emergency was declared in 1975 by Indira Gandhi, = (b) India’s relationship with her neighbour has been © Emergency was proclaimed die to deteriorating Hegemonic position is fixed. One a hegemon alway (©) Theearth’s atmosphere, Antarctica, ocean floorand aaa Gee ace are considered as a part of the ()Gobalisation is a multi-dimensional phenomenon, strained from the very beginning. economic conditions, Match the following: (2) Mapping of boundaries on religious grounds Si (b) Mapping of boundaries on ground of different th inane ae Langunee roduced reforms (©) Minoo Masani Sx1=5 Gil) A process of ex ‘changing information on de (nee fence matters between nations on regular basis. (iv) India and Pp; (e) Confidence Building Measures (CBMs) ja and Pakistan a ) Pakistan and Bangladesh 2017 SSA Superpower during the Cold War. 2 6. What is Balance of Power? 2 7, Name the two objectives of the ASEAN Community, 2 3. Write any nwo functions of the Security Council. 2 9, Bring out ovo major differences between challenge of nation-building for eastern and western region of the country at the time of independence. a 10. Aud ol) you consider as the main differences between Mexico and India under ‘one-party dom- ination? 11, What issues did the Dalit Panthers address? 2 12. Dee any two features that distinguish the Soviet economy from that of a Capitalist country like . 2 13. “If big and resourceful state cannot resist the US hegemony, itis unrealistic to expect much smaller and weaker non-state actors to offer any resistance.’" Examine this proposition and give your opin- ion. 4 14. How does geographical proximity influence the formation of regional organisation? 4 15. what are the differences between traditional and non-traditional threat to security? 4 16, What are the reasons being used by Nehru for keeping India secular? Do you think these reasons were only ethical and sentimental or were there some prudential reasons as well? 3+1=4 17. Did the prevalence of a ‘one-party dominant system’ affect adversely the democratic nature of In- dian Politics? 4 18. All regional movements need not lad to separatist demands. Explain by giving Mizo movement as an example. 4 19. “In the new era of coalition polities, political parties are aligning or realigning on the basis of ideology.” What argument would you put forward to support or oppose this statement? 4 20. Write a short note on India’s Nuclear Policy. 4 21. a) The 1977 elections for the first time saw the opposition coming to power at the centre. What would you consider as the main reasons for this development? 8 OR b) What is the Chipko movement? Identify the reasons which led to the Chipko movement in U.P in early 1970s. what as the impact of this movement? 243438 22. a) Regional demands from different parts of India exemplify the principle of unity with diversity. Do you agree? Give reasons. 8 OR b) Explain the main issues in Indian politics after 1989. 8 23. What was India’s foreign policy towards USA and USSR during the Cold War era? Do you think that this policy helped India’s interest? 8 OR b) Write an essay for or against the following propositions, “With the disintegration of the second world, India should change its foreign policy and focus more on friendship with the US rather than with traditional friends like Russia.” 23. a) The most serious challenge before the State is pursuing economic development without causing further damage to the global environment. How could we achieve this? Explain with few examples. OR b) What are the economic implications of globalisation? What impact has globalisation had on India With regard to this particular dimension? 64+2=8 eel 2018 FM-80 TIME-3Hrs. = Choose the correct answer: a (2) The UN agency concerned with the safety and peaceful use of nuclear technology is: (i) The UN Committee on Disarmament (ii) International Atomic Energy Agency (iii) UN International Safeguard Committee (iv) None of the above (b) WTO is serving as the successor to which of the following organisations (i) General agreement on Trade and Tariffs. (ii) General Arrangement on Trade and Tariffs. Gili) World health Organisation. (iv) UN Development Programme. . (©) Which among the following best explains the reason for growing concerns about the eny. oth ed about protecting nature, i) The developed countries are concerned about . 7 th Protection ofthe environment is vital for indigenous people and natural habitats ‘The environmental degradation caused by human activities has become pervasive and has reached a dangerous level. (iv) None of the above. (a) Which of the statements is TRUE about globalisation? a Globalisation is only about movement of commodities Globalisation does not involve a conflict of values. Services are an insignificant part of globalisation. Globalisation is about worldwide interconnectedness. Choose the correct option to fill in the blanks: 4xl=4 (a) The Soviet political system was based on ideology. (Communist / Socialist) (6) The fall of the symbolised the end of the Cold War. (USSR / Berlin Wall) (©) The party that won the second largest number of Lok Sabha seats in the first election was the (Communist Party of India / Bharatiya Jana Sangh (4) The prime objective of the UN is : eS e (maintenance of s-curity / facili ——— f international peace and ion of free trade among member countries) Write True or False against each of the following statements: = (a) One party dominance is linked to the nation’s colonial part. ars (b) One party dominance occurs because of weak public oping (©) The Treaty of Peace and Friendhip in 1971 ff was th . (4) India’s relationship with her neighbours has been stained tenet ee m the beginning, Match the following: ai 7 axl= (i) Economic and Social Council (@) Ind (i So seligious identity leading to statehood (by ince Cave tea aril latao i (©) Look into economi fi f (iv) Mapping of boundaries on grounds of the member co Sand Social wells 0 untries, different languages (@) Punjab Why did the superpowers have military alliance with smaller countries? What are the ro constraints on American hegemony today’> : Pope 48 - : 2018 HSS/I1 «What are the objectives of establishing regional organisation? 2 4, What is meant by global commons? 2 4, Bring out avo major challenges of nation-building for eastern and western region of the country at the time of independence. 2 10. What are the reasons which led to the mid-term elections in 1980s? 2 1e 11. Asacitizen of India, how would you support India’s candidature for permanent membership in the Security Council? 12. What is worldwide interconnectedness? What are its components? 3+1=4 13. In what sense was the Congress party an ideological coalition? Mention the various ideological currents present within the Congress. 14. How does political leadership ofa nation affect its foreign policy? Explain with the help of examples from India’s foreign policy. 2424 15. Why did the Narmada Bachao Aandolan oppose the dam project in the Narmada Valley? 4 16. a) What were the major consequences of the disintegration of the Soviet Union for countries like India? 8 OR b) What were the factors that forced Gorbachev to initiate the reforms in the USSR? 8 17. a) Recall your reading of the shree extracts in the chapter from the Lok Sabha debate on the Indo- US deal. Develop any one of these into a full speech defending a certain position on Indo-US rela- tions. 8 OR b) The peace and prosperity of a country lay in the establishment and strengthening of regional economic organisations. Justify this statement. 8 18. a) Discuss the effects of Emergency on the following aspects of our polity. 4X2=8 i) Effects on civil liberties for citizens. ii) Impact on relationship between the executive and Judiciary. iii) Functioning of mass media. iv) Working of the Police and Bureaucracy OR b) “The Assam movement was a combination of cultural pride and economic backwardness". EX- plain. 8 '9. a) What issues did the Dalit Panther address? 8g oR b) Many people think that a two-party system is required for successful working of democracy, Drawing from India’s experience of last twenty years, write an essay on what advantages the present arty system in India has. 8 ON 2019 FM-80 TIME-3 Hrs. x Choose the correct answer: f globalisation? i (@) Which of the statements are(i) TRUE about the impact ¢ and societies. (Globalisation has been uneven impact nee ‘and societies. Globalisation has had a uniform impact on all Sat tal sphere. The impact of globalisation has been confined CT (iv) Globalisation inevitably results in cultural on a (©) Which among the following is about the global COMMONS) are considerey The Earth's atmosphere, Antarctica, ocean floor an as part of the global commons. oo The global commons are outside sovereign juradicton ag toned eon The question of managing the global commons divide, Coe (iv) The countries ofthe North are more concemed about the protection of the globa commons than the countries of the South. (©) The ‘ASEAN Way’ - ai (i) Reflects the lifestyle of ASEAN members. Gil) form of interaction among ASEAN members that informal and cooperative ii) The defence policy followed by the ASEAN members. (iv) Theroad that connects allthe ASEAN members. (4) Which among the following is not an outcome of the disintegration of the 2. Chi (a) (a) (i) End of the ideological war between the US and USSR. Birth of CIS. Change in the balance of power in the world order. Crises in the Middle East. (iv) }00se the correct option to fil in the blanks: 4xl=4 The highest functionary of the United Nations is called . (Security Council) (6) __is the present UN Secretary General. (Ban Ki Moon / Antonio Guterres / Kofi Annan) () a tiated the reforms in the USSR in 1985, (Boris Yeltsin / Mikhail Gorbachev / Vladimir Putin) (4) One ofthe guiding principles ofthe ideology of the Swatantra Party was (Working class interest/protection of Princely States Ey / Autonomy of States within the Union) ee cod 3. Write True or False against each of the followin, ig statements: bp (a) Only the permanent members of the Security Council Osse: a (6) The members ofthe General Assembly ae automa, ily het pe Bou organs and specialised agencies ofthe UN aby the members ofall other prince (c) The cold war has affected the relationship by y . (4) Non-alignment allowed India to gain setenee avd Pakistan from U.S.A. and USSR Match the following: ) 4xl-4 Mapping of boundaries on religious grounds (i) Nay (>) Demarcating boundaries within a country on (1) 'Na#aland and Mi arcating . zoram administrative end polsea cou O” Ci Shahan Chhattisgarh & Linguist ieniy and tensions with Centre Gi) india ang : st deman i and Paki a Son account of tribal Gy) Tamit Negi Pape 51 - ~ «Mention any nwo features that dis 2019“ HSSAIL guish the Soviet economy from that of a capitalist country like India. 2 6 What are the economic implications of Globalisation? 2 7, Name nwo objectives of the ASEAN Community. 2 , What are the constraints on American hegemony today? ° 2 9, What is the task of the State Reorganisation Commission? What was its most salient recommend: tion? 10. What are the main provisions of the Punjab Accord? 2 LI. Did the prevalence ofa one-party dominant system adversely affect the democratic nature of Indian politics? 12, Write a short note on India’s Nuclear policy. 4 13. The anti-arrack movement in Andhra Pradesh drew the attention of the country to some serious issues. What were these issues? 242=4 14, The most Serious challenge before the state is pursuing economic development without causing further damage to the global environment. How could we achieve this? 4 15. What is the difference between traditional and non-traditional security? 242-4 16. a) What do you think about the statement that NAM has become irrelevant today? Give reasons to support your answer. 246-8 OR b) What was Shock Therapy? Was this the best way to make a transition from communism to cap~ italism? 246-8 17. a) “If big and resourceful state cannot resist the US hegemony, it is unrealistic to expect much smaller and weaker non-state actors to offer any resistance." Examine this proposition and give your opinion. 8 oR ) In what way the present Chinese economy differ from its command economy? 8 18. a) The 1977 elections for the first time saw the opposition coming to. power at the centre, What would you consider as the main reasons or this development? 8 OR b) Regional demands from different parts of India exemplify the principle of unity with diversity Do you agree? Give reasons. 8 '9. a) State the main issues in Indian politics in the period after 1989 what different configurations of Political parties did these differences lead to? oR b) Do movements and protests in a country strengthen democracy? Justify your answer with exam ples, 8 + Page 152 - a 2020 FM- - le Choose the correct answer: en - 8) Which among the following statements about the Cold War is wrong? (i). Teas a competition between the US and Soviet Union and their Fespective ali, (i) Ttwas an ideological war between the superpowers. (ii) It triggered off an arms race. (iv) The US and USSR were engaged in direct wars. 7 (b) Which among the following statements about the partition is incorrect” (a) Partition of India was the outcome of the “two-nation theory Bin (>) Punjab and Bengal were the two provinces divided on the basis (©) East Pakistan and West Pakistan were not contiguous. ji (2) __The scheme of Panton included a plan for transfer of population Hone the bore (©) The UN agency concemed with the safety and peaceful use of nuclear ey is: (a) The UN Committee on Disarmament (b) International Atomic Energy Agency (©) UN International Safeguard Committee (d) None of the above (d) Find the odd one out in the context of proclamation of emergency. (a) The call for ‘Total Revolution’. (b) The Railway Strike of 1974 (©) The Naxalite Movement. (@) The Allahabad High Court verdict. . 34 2. Fill in the blanks with the correct answer: 4xl=4 (a) The First General Elections in 1952 involved simultaneous elections to the Lok Sabha and _(The President of India / State Assemblies / Rajya Sabha / The Prime Minister) (b) The Soviet political system was based on ideology. (Communist / Socialist | Mixed / Capit (©) The prime objective of the UN is_. (maintenance of international peace and security facilitation of free trade among member countries / to promote dialogue and discussion / 10 promote healthcare and welfare of refugees) (4) One ofthe guiding principles ofthe ideology of the Swatantra Party was (Working class interest/protection of Princely States / Econo) mn) fre : - fonomy of States within the Union) ee 3. Write True or False against each of the following statements: ais (2) The members of the General Assembly are automatically th ; inci organs and specialised agencies of the UN. i ete ae ce) seme ot (b) The summit was held under the aegis of the UN (c) Globalisation has had a uniform impact on all states and societies (d) The Treaty of Peace and Friendship in 1971 was the result oF india's clos. to USA. eness to 4. Match the following: a 7 4xl=4 (a) Confidence Building Measures (i) Jha (b) Demarcating boundaries within a country {y' erkhand & Chhatisgarh on administrative and Political grounds acu The goal of India’s forei i 7 (0 The gal $ foreign policy inthe period (iy A process of exchanging information of ‘ween nations on a regular basis of territorial integrity, economic development 64 defence (a) Linguistic identity and tensions with Centre (iv) Preservation n

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