This video lesson gives a detailed introduction to the concept of government and examines its basic concepts including state, society, nation-state, power, authority, etc. It also examines case studies that help to illustrate how these concepts are applied in the real world.

The following are the learning objectives:
1. Definition and Scope of Government
2. State, Society, Nation and Nation-State - definition, features, differences
3. Power, Authority, Legitimacy, Sovereignty - definition, sources, forms/ types, limitations, etc.
4. Political Socialisation, Political Participation and Political Culture - Definition, agents, forms, etc.