Critically examine the claim that democratic theory is inherently grounded in the principles of self-determination, human rights, and social justice, with specific reference to the political and ethical philosophy of M. K. Gandhi.

Democratic theory, at its normative core, is widely seen as a political doctrine premised on self-determination, human rights, and social justice. These principles articulate the moral foundations of democratic legitimacy by grounding political authority in the will of the people, ensuring respect for the intrinsic dignity of individuals, and seeking equitable outcomes in political, economic, … Continue reading Critically examine the claim that democratic theory is inherently grounded in the principles of self-determination, human rights, and social justice, with specific reference to the political and ethical philosophy of M. K. Gandhi.

Critically examine Gandhi’s conception of the State and explore how his ideas intersect with the normative foundations of modern democracy and the philosophical tenets of anarchism.

Mahatma Gandhi’s conception of the State is a unique and deeply moral critique of modern political authority, grounded in his ethical philosophy of non-violence (ahimsa), truth (satya), and individual moral autonomy. While Gandhi was not a systematic political theorist in the Western academic tradition, his writings and political praxis articulated a distinctive vision of social … Continue reading Critically examine Gandhi’s conception of the State and explore how his ideas intersect with the normative foundations of modern democracy and the philosophical tenets of anarchism.