Aristotle's Critique of Democracy and Its Different Forms
Explore Aristotle's political philosophy on democracy, highlighting its basis in majority rule and equality. Discover the characteristics and different kinds of democracy discussed by Aristotle, along with criticisms and perspectives on its role in governance.
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By- Dr. Pranami Laskar
Aristotle in his political philosophy discussed about democracy. Democracy is a government of majority rule. According to Aristotle democracy is based on the principle of equality. In the classification of government Aristotle considered democracy as a rule of many and as such it is the worst type of government.
CHARACTERISTICS: Election of members Sovereign power Selection of officers by people Prescribed qualification is not essential.
DIFFERENT KINDS OF DEMOCRACY: Farmer democracy Pastoral democracy Commercial democracy Extreme democracy
CRITICISM: Role of middle class Direct democracy Anti democratic It is not scientific Impracticable It is not the worst type of government.
