A comparative analysis of platonic and Marxist theorist of corruption.

Date

4-2013

Degree

Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy

College

College of Arts and Sciences (CAS)

Adviser/Committee Chair

Masakayan, Nicolo M.

Abstract

This thesis serves as comparison between to prominent theories on corruption, the Platonic and Marxist theories. This comparison was made in order to better understand and help solve modern day corruption. Corruption, the act of utilizing public property to benefit one's private interesr, has been a ,major government problem ever since the time of Plato and Marx and until today. Today, the manifestations of corruption such as poverty are rampant. Through Plato's analysis of corruption, he arrived at a theory of an ideal state that is devoid of corruption by focusing on the guardians. Plato postulate that the root of corruption is the human tendency to be corrupted by power. Moreover, his solution for corruption centers on the mechanisms to determine the classes especially on the education and training of the guardians. On the other hand, Marx takes classification engendered by private property as the root of corruption. With this, he formulated a theory to eliminate corruption through the proletarian revolution. The proletarian revolution will pave the way to establish a society where corruption would not be possible because class stratification and private property are abolished. The Platonic and Marxist theorist of corruption have many similarities and differences. From the similarities, their compatibility can be seen. From the differences, one can see their own unique feature to help solve modern day corruption. Plato's theory of education for the leaders of the state can help Plato's theory establish a state where his guardians can rule.

Language

English

Location

UPLB Main Library Special Collections Section

Call Number

LG 993.5 2012 P5 T33

Document Type

Thesis

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