SCHOOL OF ARTS AND HUMANITIES 
PEACE AND INTERNATIONAL STUDIES DEPATTMENT
PEA 141 A: INTRODUCTION TO PEACE STUDIES
FINAL EXAM JANUARY SEMESTER 2012
TIME   : 2HRS

Section I
Answer all questions in this section (25 Marks)

1.	Briefly explain the usage of the following terms as used  in peacebuilding discourse
a)	Reconciliation                (2 marks)
b)	Democratization            (2 marks) 
c)	Structural Violence       (2 marks)
d)	Principle of Standing    ( 2 marks)
e)	Positive Peace                (2 marks )

2.	Distinguish between the principles of equity and  equality in the context of economic justice                                                                         ( 4marks)

3.	Explain at least  three  tenets   of a democratic society        (6marks)

4.	Explain the Consent Theory and give appropriate examples of its applicability in day to day situations.                                          ( 5 marks)

Section II
Answer any 3 questions in this section   (  45 Marks)

5.	Using appropriate examples discuss the various forms of justice. 
                                                                                                           (15marks) 

6.	You have been tasked to persuade dissatisfied University students that there are viable means of waging conflict without resorting to violence. Discuss various non-violent tactics that you will recommend to your audience.                                                                                        ( 15 marks)

7.	Truth and Reconciliations Commissions face a number of challenges while attempting to execute their mandate. Basing your argument on the   Kenya’s Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Commission(TJRC)  discuss the validity of this statement                                                              ( 15 marks) 

8.	Less powerful groups tend to be excluded from decision-making processes by strong domineering groups in society. Tasked with reversing the above situation, discuss at least five techniques   you will utilize to help the less powerful groups gain influence over important decisions in the society.                                                                                       (15 marks)