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The Classical Notion of Democracy: Rousseau՚s Notion of Democracy, the Coconut of Popular Sovereignty
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The Classical Notion of Democracy
Rousseau՚s Notion of Democracy
- At the outset, it may be noted that Rousseau՚s idea of will cannot be separated from thought.
- Meaning, he makes a distinction between the will of the individuals, that is the particular will and the will of the community that is the general will.
- Particular will may either be inclined towards general will, or it may turn against it.
- When an individual is motivated by his momentary self-interest, he is acting against the general way. It is called his actual will.
- For example, when an individua…
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The Classical Notion of Democracy: The Practical Application of Politics According to Rousseau
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The Classical Notion of Democracy
The Practical Application of Politics According to Rousseau
- In practical politics, distinction must be drawn between the state and the government.
- The principle of popular sovereignty may be invoked to concede sovereignty of the state which is an abstract entity.
- But government is comprised of human beings who are fallible in spite of their …
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