(uncountable) Avoidance of expressions or actions that can be perceived to exclude, marginalize or insult people who are socially disadvantaged or discriminated against.

The protection, by a sovereign state, of a person who is persecuted in his own country for his political opinions or activity

A state of relative anarchy compared to neighboring states, often caused by death of the head of state before a successor could be designated.

A recognized political party or group of parties in multiparty political systems that is present in Parliament or some other legislative body and does not control the floor (usually due to being in the minority).

Of or pertaining to a combination of social and political factors.

An expert in political science.

plural of political science

plural of political scientist

The elite or upper crust of society. / That portion of society that is especially concerned with etiquette, proper behavior, and politeness.

A complete set of institutions, political organizations, interest groups (such as political parties, trade unions, lobby groups), the relationships between those institutions and the political norms and rules that govern their functions (constitution, election law).