Political Science · Western Political Thought
UGC NET July 2018 Political Science
Which of the following are revolution?
- 1. Change of Constitution.
- 2. One ruling elite is replaced by another.
- 3. Transformation in Political Institutions.
- 4. Fundamental change in the Socio-economic and political structures.
A1 & 2
B2 & 3
C1 & 4
D1, 2, 3 & 4 ✓ Correct
Correct answer: (D) 1, 2, 3 & 4 — For Aristotle all four describe revolution, so the answer is 1, 2, 3 and 4.
Explanation
★For Aristotle all four describe revolution, so the answer is 1, 2, 3 and 4.
★Aristotle defines revolution broadly as any change in the constitution, whether great or small, violent or peaceful.
★It includes a complete change from one constitution to another and the modification of an existing one, as well as a change of rulers.
★He treats the transformation of political institutions and deep socio-economic change as forms of revolution too.
★In his analysis the chief cause of revolution is the feeling of inequality, real or imagined, among citizens.
★His remedies favour stability, removing the sense of injustice, checking corruption, and preserving social balance, in keeping with his conservatism.
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