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Political science is an academic discipline that studies governments, public policies, political processes, political behavior, and ideas about government and politics. Political scientists use both quantitative and qualitative methodologies to analyze and understand political phenomena. The field is broadly divided into several subfields, such as comparative politics, international relations, political theory, public administration, and public policy. Comparative politics examines political systems across different geographical areas to understand how they operate and influence each other. International relations focuses on the relationships between countries, including the roles of states, international organizations, non-governmental organizations, and multinational corporations. Political theory explores the conceptual foundations of political systems and ideologies, while public administration and policy focus on the implementation of government policy and the bureaucracy that carries this out. Overall, political science seeks to provide insights into how political institutions function and impact society, contributing to a deeper understanding of global and local political dynamics.