250-300 words per question

1- What is the ruling bargain in the Middle East? Explain why the structure of the rentier state has prevented political and economic development in the Middle East.

2- How can you explain the paradox in women’s health and educational conditions on the one side and economic and political status on the other? What role does religion play in discriminations women experience in today’s Middle East? How do the economic policies pursued by the governments impact women’s economic participation and employment opportunities?

3- Compare the leadership style and political-economic achievements of Nasser, Sadat and Mubarak in Egypt.