Philosophy of Politics Overview
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What is a primary aspect of politics as described by Hannah Arendt?

  • Decisions are made through violence and force.
  • Political power is determined by military strength.
  • Negotiation and persuasion are essential for decision-making. (correct)
  • Politics is only concerned with the past.

    • According to David Easton, what does politics primarily deal with?

  • Historical events affecting the state.
  • Preventing selfish behavior in society.
  • The creation of military power.
  • Allocation of rights to values. (correct)

    • Which thinker is associated with the belief that man is primarily selfish and egoistic?

  • J.S. Mill
  • Hannah Arendt
  • Thomas Hobbes (correct)
  • David Easton

    • What role do family and education play in the context of politics, according to younger thinkers?

    <p>They are subjects of politics that contribute to a good life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant goal of politics as per the liberal understanding outlined in the content?

    <p>To handle conflicts and ensure law and order.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the statement 'politics begins and ends with the state' imply?

    <p>All political activity is centered around the existence of the state.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of politics, what is considered a common outcome of selfish human behavior as mentioned by thinkers?

    <p>Indiscipline and chaos in society.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the nature of political compromises as stated in the content?

    <p>They are made secretly among politicians for power gain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did B. Namler define politics?

    <p>As a process that creates social justice without destroying selfish structures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phrase best encapsulates Marx's view on political history?

    <p>Political history is defined by class struggles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Marx mean when he states 'existence precedes consciousness'?

    <p>An individual's social context influences their identity and thoughts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the discussion of Marxism, what is believed to be a natural capacity of humans?

    <p>The ability to transform nature.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a key aspect of Wick's understanding of political rule?

    <p>Political rule exists to manage divided societies peacefully.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant characteristic of human nature according to Marx?

    <p>Humans possess the capacity to adapt to their environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement reflects a misconception about Marxist thought?

    <p>Marx viewed individual behavior as entirely determined by economic status.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Navbhajant' refer to in political contexts according to the content?

    <p>A society lacking cohesive social structures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of freedoms in socialist countries?

    <p>To protect the personality of individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the passage describe the move of the wider world in relation to Marxism?

    <p>Towards Marxism in comparison to liberalism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reason for the emergence of political theory?

    <p>To understand socio-political systems and human nature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the passage, what role do principles play in political theory?

    <p>They provide guidance based on thoughts and conclusions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'Polenics' refer to in the context of political theory?

    <p>A Greek term meaning 'fallen state'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an essential characteristic of today's human nature in relation to political theory?

    <p>Longing for understanding of socio-political systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a misconception regarding the freedoms in socialist countries?

    <p>They are aimed at personal exploitation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes political theory's relevance in today's society?

    <p>It is crucial for understanding governance and citizen rights.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Rousseau mean by positive liberty?

    <p>Achieving true freedom by following moral laws.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Herbert Marcuse, why does the working class fail to recognize its true benefits?

    <p>They lack exposure to revolutionary ideas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does collective action play in the concept of positive liberty?

    <p>It helps maintain a pollution-free environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do liberal thinkers, like Barlith, view the relationship between positive liberty and despotic rulers?

    <p>Rulers can become despotic under positive liberty.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What issue arises for minority groups in a democratic process, as discussed in the content?

    <p>They may suffer a loss of power despite being citizens.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What paradox is associated with the concept of freedom according to the content provided?

    <p>The more freedom people have, the less justice there is.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Reid propose regarding the paradox of freedom?

    <p>It can be resolved by recognizing the limits of justice versus freedom.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of equality of opportunity, what is implied about individual success?

    <p>It often depends on societal structures and policies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason identified for the oppression of women according to radical feminism?

    <p>The secondary status of women</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a form of gender-related violence?

    <p>Emotional abuse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the phrase 'the individual is the policy' signify in the context of women's rights?

    <p>Collective action is needed to address shared problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which decade saw the rise of radical feminism as mentioned in the content?

    <p>1960s</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What societal aspect does radical feminism aim to challenge to address women's oppression?

    <p>Patriarchy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is pointed out as a deliberate attempt by men to maintain dominance?

    <p>Preventing women from entering public spaces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The content mentions how women have begun to address their issues. What was a primary change in their approach?

    <p>They collectively recognized shared problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes women being kept on the surface in the world of men?

    <p>Patriarchal oppression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary aim of resource distribution in George Rawls' theory of justice?

    <p>To ensure the least advantaged person receives maximum benefit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of human nature does Naresh Dardich criticize in George Rawls' theory?

    <p>The rationality of humans being the sole factor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which criticism do Marxists have regarding John Rawls' theory?

    <p>It supports the system of private ownership</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do Milt Fisk and Rich Miller argue about Rawls' theory?

    <p>It is disconnected from the realities of capitalism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key criticism of George Rawls' idealism in his theory of justice?

    <p>It lacks practical execution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Naresh Dardich, how does the 'veil of ignorance' affect Rawls' theory?

    <p>It rationalizes irrational decisions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do some critics believe that capitalist societies cannot uphold individual rights?

    <p>Rights and freedoms are compromised for profit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What underlying assumption about human nature is questioned in Rawls' theory according to Dardich?

    <p>Humans are rational and single-minded</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Table of Contents

    • Unit 1: What is Political Theory and its Relevance
    • Unit 2: Concepts of Liberty, Equality, Justice and Rights
    • Unit 3: Issues of Post-Controversy in Political Theory
      • (a) Principles of protective discrimination and fairness
      • (b) Public vs. Private Debate: Feminist Perspectives, Censorship, and its Limitations

    Question 1: What is Politics?

    • Discusses liberal and Marxist understandings of politics
    • Word "political" has multiple meanings, stemming from ancient Greek "poleis" (non-state community)
    • Aristotle considered man a "political animal"
    • Politics involves planning and decision-making in the state to improve people's lives
    • Modern politics is often the result of compromises among politicians in closed-door meetings.

    Definition of Politics by Prominent Greek Scholars

    • "Political science begins with the state and ends with the state."
    • "Politics is the study of the past, present and future of the state."
    • "To be political or to live within a polis means that nothing will be decided by force or violence."
    • Politics is concerned with allocating values and rights.
    • Politics involves those who have a sense of responsibility.

    Liberal Understanding of Politics

    • Humans are inherently self-interested and egoistic.
    • The main goal of politics is to ensure law and order while accommodating individual self-interests.
    • Society functions as a contract between individuals striving for self-interest.
    • The more self-interested individuals are, the better off society will be.

    Marxist Understanding of Politics

    • Existence precedes consciousness - a person's behaviour determined by where and when they are.
    • Human nature is to transform nature.
    • History is driven by class struggle.
    • 'The history of all hitherto existing societies is the history of class struggles.' (preamble to Communist Manifesto)
    • Focus on means of production (resources and technology) and relations of production (labor relations) (mode of production)
    • Capitalism inevitably leads to social conflict and revolution.

    ###Additional points

    • Told and said all the people are behind the attainment of their respective goals and called it the free market society.
    • Told that political rule arises from the problem of individuation and does not attempt to turn everything into a single entity.
    • In the 1930s, political theory began to study the history of ideas with the aim of defending liberal democratic theory in opposition to the imperialist theories of communism, fascism, and Nazism.

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