Classical Political Philosophy is a branch of philosophy that explores the nature of political power and the relationships between individuals, the state, and society. It encompasses the works of some of the most influential philosophers in Western history, including Plato, Aristotle, Machiavelli, Hobbes, and Locke.
In this article, we will provide an overview of the key topics and themes that are explored in the classical political philosophy syllabus at Delhi University (DU). By breaking down the works of these philosophers into key topics, we hope to provide a comprehensive introduction to this fascinating field of study thriugh our DU Notes.
Topic covered under the Classical Political Philosophy of DU Notes are as follows –
1. Plato
- Philosophy and Politics
- Virtues
- Justice
- Philosopher King/Queen
- Communism
- Plato on Democracy
- Women and Guardianship
- Philosophic Education and the Good
Aristotle
- Forms
- Virtue
- Man as a Zoon Politikon
- Citizenship
- Justice
- State and Household
- Classification of Governments
Machiavelli
- Vice and Virtue
- Analyzing Power through The Prince
- Religion and Morality
- Republicanism
- Statecraft
Hobbes
- Human Nature
- State of Nature
- Social Contract and Role of Consent
- State and Sovereignty
Locke
- Laws of Nature
- Natural Rights
- Justification of Property
- Right to Dissent