Conflict theorists argue that the state emerged because society got so large and complex that a specialized and centralized institution was needed to maintain it.

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Conflict theorists, such as those following Karl Marx, argue that the state emerged to protect the interests of the ruling class and maintain social order through the domination of non-ruling classes, rather than simply because of societal complexity and size.

Conflict Theorists Argue That the State Emerged Because Society Got