The Ancient Perspectives
In ancient Indian society, justice was synonymous with maintaining dharma, or a just social order, which was the duty of kings. Meanwhile, Confucius in China emphasized the role of rulers in maintaining justice by rewarding the virtuous and punishing wrongdoers.
Plato, in fourth-century B.C. Athens, delved into the intricacies of justice through dialogues, questioning its importance in a world where the unjust often seemed to thrive.
Chapter 4: What is Justice?| Class 11 Polity Notes
Justice, a concept woven into the fabric of human societies, has been examined and redefined across cultures and time periods.
From the ancient civilizations of India and China to the philosophical dialogues of Plato, the quest for justice has been a central theme. But what does justice truly entail, and how has our understanding evolved over time?
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