The Use Of System Theory In National System With Reference To The Behaviour Of Any Country In Crisis: (A Study Of Libya)

Abstract

Considering the development of an all-inclusive and abstract theory as unattainable by empirical methods, political scientists have adopted the limited perspective of systems theory. The Political Systems Theory according to Easton’s Model Analysis represents interdisciplinary nature of modern political science (Jones 1977). System concepts make empirical and comparative study possible; even of those political institutions, apart from the states, such as international political system, city political party, etc. This wider and in-depth perspective of system approach is suitable to look into the Libyan crisis. The work is going to analyze the political behaviour of Libya based on the four major components of System theory; Demands and Supports as “Inputs”, decisions on Demands and Supports as “Outputs”, application of policy as “Outcomes”, and response to new policy as “Feedback” (Lambert 1968). Lastly, we observe the break down and dysfunction of the Libyan political system that has brought social unrest. The study analysis covers the political system under Muammar Gaddafi’s regime