Examine the various approaches to the study of International Relations. Which in your opinion is most useful?

The approaches for study of International relations can be classified under two heads – the classical or traditional approach and scientific approach. Classical approach holds that substances are more important than method. On the other hand, the scientific or modern approach attaches more importance to the method and the techniques. Under the traditional approach the historical and philosophical aspects are dealt with while the supporters of the scientific approach try to build up a theory of International relations on the basis of logical, mathematical and empirical approaches.