Question 1

Who among the following strongly said that "Man is a Political Animal"?

Accepted Answer

Aristotle is the philosopher who famously described man as a "political animal," emphasizing the idea that humans are naturally inclined to form communities and political structures.

Question 2

According to Aristotle, when Family cannot meet all Man's needs, he formed

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Aristotle believed that when the family unit could not fulfill all of a man's needs, the village was formed as a natural extension of the family, serving as a larger community to meet those needs.

Question 3

According to Aristotle, the following is the highest form of Community

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Aristotle considered the State (Polis) as the highest form of community because it encompasses all other forms of association and aims at the highest good, which is the virtuous and fulfilling life for its citizens.

Question 4

Who said, "The State came into being for the sake of good life and continues for the sake of good life" ?

Accepted Answer

Aristotle made this statement, emphasizing the role of the state in facilitating a good life for its citizens.

Question 5

Who said, "Without the State Man cannot realize his destiny"?

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Aristotle believed that the state is essential for the realization of human potential.

Question 6

According to Aristotle, the State is

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Aristotle viewed the State as an organic entity, meaning that it is a natural part of human society and evolves organically from human relationships and needs. He believed that humans are political animals and that the state arises naturally from the inherent social nature of humans.

Question 7

Who among the following philosophers proposed the evolutionary theory of State?

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Aristotle proposed the evolutionary theory of State, suggesting that the state evolved from the family and village communities, ultimately forming a polis or city-state, which was considered the highest form of social organization.

Question 8

According to Aristotle, the function of the State is

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Aristotle believed that the function of the State is to achieve the moral perfection of the individual. He argued that the State exists not only for the sake of living but for the sake of living well, which includes the moral and ethical development of its citizens.

Question 9

Who among the following philosophers proposed a Theory of Slavery?

Accepted Answer

Aristotle is known for proposing a theory of natural slavery in his work "Politics," where he argued that some people are naturally slaves and their condition is beneficial and just for both the masters and the slaves themselves.

Question 10

According to Aristotle, the particular quality of a Master is

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Aristotle emphasized intellectual virtues as the highest qualities a person can possess, distinguishing them from moral virtues which also include aspects of character and behavior. Intellectual strength, according to Aristotle, is a key quality of a master, as it involves wisdom, understanding, and good judgment.

Question 11

In a Master-Slave relationship, according to Aristotle, the Slave is

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Aristotle argued that in a master-slave relationship, the slave could benefit by being part of a household and receiving guidance and provision from the master, which he considered a form of mutual benefit, albeit within his context of natural slavery.

Question 12

According to Aristotle, Slavery is good for the Slave because

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Aristotle argued that some individuals are naturally suited to be slaves and that such individuals can benefit from slavery by gaining virtue through their association with and service to their masters, who are supposed to be virtuous and provide moral guidance.

Question 13

According to Aristotle, a Master can use the Slave

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Aristotle believed that a master could use a slave for the purpose of leisure, allowing the master to engage in political and philosophical pursuits.

Question 14

According to Aristotle, Constitution

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Aristotle's view on the constitution encompasses all the aspects mentioned: it outlines the arrangement of offices within the state, determines who holds these offices, and is considered not just a part of the state but the essence of the state itself.

Question 15

According to Aristotle, the three normal forms of Governments are

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Aristotle described three positive forms of government in his works: Kingship (rule by one), Aristocracy (rule by the few), and Polity (a form of constitutional government which combines elements of democracy with elements of oligarchy).

Question 16

According to Aristotle, Kingship might degenerate into

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Kingship, according to Aristotle, can degenerate into tyranny when the king starts prioritizing personal benefit over the common good, thus becoming a tyrant.

Question 17

According to Aristotle, which one of the following is the best form of Government?

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Question 18

According to Aristotle, the cause of Revolution is

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Aristotle believed that revolutions are caused by a combination of factors including the desire for equality, the undue importance of certain individuals, and carelessness in governance.

Question 19

According to Aristotle, the best method to prevent Revolution is to

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Aristotle believed in a balanced approach to governance, emphasizing the importance of law obedience, attention to constitutional changes, and the distribution of power to prevent revolution.

Question 20

The Romans spread which one of the following idea/ideas in Europe?

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The Romans contributed significantly to the spread of several ideas in Europe, including Universal Law, which aimed to be applicable to all people; Jus Naturale, or Natural Law, which was thought to be inherent and universal; and the concepts of Brotherhood of Man and World Citizenship, which emphasized unity and a global sense of belonging among individuals. These ideas collectively played a crucial role in shaping European legal and philosophical thought.

Quiz 1: Political Thought and Philosophy in Ancient Greece