Articles for category: Concept of liberty by J.S Mill, Welfare state, Western Political Thought

24 September 2023

Concept of liberty by J.S Mill Welfare state Western Political Thought

J.S Mill: The Philosopher of Liberty and Representative Government

John Stuart Mill was a 19th-century philosopher and economist known for his influential writings on individual liberty, utilitarian ethics, and the potential dangers of majority tyranny in democratic societies. His ideas continue to shape modern political and ethical discourse. Introduction John Stuart Mill, one of the most influential philosophers and economists of the 19th century, ...

18 September 2023

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Idea of Statecraft by Machiavelli Machiavelli's Philosophy The Prince by Machiavelli Western Political Thought

Machiavelli: Doctrine of Statecraft, Dual Morality, and the Role of the Prince

Niccolò Machiavelli, the Renaissance thinker whose profound insights into politics and power continue to captivate and intrigue generations of scholars and leaders. Introduction: Machiavelli, born in Florence, Italy, in 1469, stands as a pivotal figure of the Renaissance, evoking both admiration and criticism. As a champion of civic republicanism, his ideas have significantly shaped ...

15 September 2023

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Plato Plato's theory of Justice Western Political Thought

Plato: Exploring the Philosopher King, Educational Theory, and Communism

Introduction Plato, born in 427 BC in Athens, is regarded as the Father of Political Philosophy and the founder of Philosophical Idealism. A student of Socrates, Plato laid the philosophical foundation for Western political thought, influencing generations of thinkers. His work introduced utopian thinking and emphasized the pursuit of ideal forms beyond material appearances. As ...