Question 1

The theory of social contract primarily seeks

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The theory of social contract explains the basis of political obligation by theorizing how individuals come together to form societies and states through a mutual agreement, often to ensure protection and order, thereby justifying the authority of the state over the individual.

Question 2

General will is the sum total of

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General will is the sum total of real will.

Question 3

Hobbesian social contract is based on:

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Question 4

Who attempted to justify English revolution of 1688?

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John Locke attempted to justify the English Revolution of 1688 through his works, particularly "Two Treatises of Government," where he laid out the foundation for modern democratic government and the justification for revolution when a government fails to protect the rights of the people.

Question 5

"An essay concerning Human Understanding" is written by:

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"An Essay Concerning Human Understanding" is a work by John Locke about the foundation of human knowledge and understanding. It first appeared in 1689 (although dated 1690) with the printed title "An Essay Concerning Humane Understanding".

Question 6

"Justice is giving everyone his due" is said by:

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The answer of "Justice is giving everyone his due" is...

Question 7

Locke laid down that state is:

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The answer of Locke laid down that state is:
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Question 8

According to John Locke, the best form of Government is:

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John Locke is known for his contributions to liberal theory and his belief in the consent of the governed, which aligns most closely with the principles of democracy. He argued that the legitimacy of government stems from the consent of the people, which is a foundational principle of democratic governance.

Question 9

In describing the 'State of nature' the concept of 'the veil of ignorance was introduced by

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The answer of In describing the 'State of nature' the...

Question 10

The view that property is natural rights of man is associated with

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John Locke is most closely associated with the view that property is a natural right of man. He argued that individuals have a right to own property as a result of their labor and efforts.

Question 11

Who said "Where there is no law, there is no freedom?"

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John Locke is the philosopher who made the statement "Where there is no law, there is no freedom." This reflects his belief in the necessity of law to ensure and protect individual liberties.

Question 12

According to Hobbes and Locke Right to life liberty and property are given by

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Hobbes and Locke believed that the right to life, liberty, and property are natural rights given by nature, not by any human institution.

Question 13

The rule of law means

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The rule of law is a principle under which all persons, institutions, and entities are accountable to laws that are: publicly promulgated, equally enforced, independently adjudicated, and consistent with international human rights principles. It emphasizes that law is supreme and no one is above the law.

Question 14

The statement "where there is no law,there is no freedom" refers to

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The statement "where there is no law, there is no freedom" highlights the relationship between law and liberty, suggesting that laws are necessary to define and protect freedoms, rather than restrict them.

Question 15

Doctrine of ….. presents a reconciliation of St Augustine and Aristotle.

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St. Thomas Aquinas is known for synthesizing the philosophical perspectives of Aristotle with the theological insights of St. Augustine, aiming to reconcile faith and reason within a Christian framework.

Question 16

'De-Regmine Pricipium' is written by……………

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'De Regimine Principum' is a work attributed to St. Thomas Aquinas, focusing on the principles of governance and the moral and ethical responsibilities of leaders.

Question 17

Aquinas favoured …………..is the best form of government for several reasons.

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Aquinas favored a limited monarchy as the best form of government, arguing that a single, virtuous ruler could best ensure justice and the common good, but with limitations to prevent tyranny.

Question 18

..........according to Aquinas has authority to ex- communicate the ruler

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According to Aquinas, the church has the authority to excommunicate the ruler. Aquinas, a medieval theologian and philosopher, held that spiritual authority (embodied by the church) could exercise power over temporal rulers in matters concerning the soul and moral conduct, including the extreme measure of excommunication.

Question 19

Four fold classification of laws was given by…………..

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St. Thomas Aquinas is known for the four-fold classification of laws: Eternal Law, Natural Law, Human Law, and Divine Law. This classification is part of his philosophical and theological framework, which integrates Christian theology with Aristotelian philosophy.

Question 20

By............... Aquinas meant substantially revelation

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Divine law, according to Aquinas, refers to the set of laws that are believed to have been given by God directly to humans, representing substantially revelation.

Quiz 3: Political Philosophy and Social Contract Theory