Political Obligation
Political Science ⇒ Political Theory
Political Obligation starts at 12 and continues till grade 12.
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Context: A citizen refuses to pay taxes because they disagree with how the government spends the money. Does this violate political obligation? Explain.
Context: In a democracy, citizens have the right to protest against government policies. Does this mean they are free from political obligation? Explain.
Define political obligation.
Describe how the concept of political obligation is related to the rule of law.
Describe one criticism of the fair play theory of political obligation.
Describe the 'fair play' theory of political obligation.
Describe the main criticism of the gratitude theory of political obligation.
Discuss the role of consent in establishing political obligation.
Explain the difference between legal obligation and political obligation.
Explain the difference between political obligation and political authority.
Explain the relationship between political obligation and civil disobedience.
Explain why political obligation is important for the stability of a state.
Explain why some philosophers argue that political obligation is conditional.
Is it necessary for citizens to obey all laws, even if they are unjust? Give reasons for your answer.
Is it possible for a person to have political obligation in a non-democratic state? Explain.
What is the main idea behind the social contract theory of political obligation?
