4.3.1 - Hobbesian Theory of Sovereignty
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Define sovereignty in your own words.
💡 Hint: Think about what makes a state self-governing.
What does Hobbes mean by the Leviathan?
💡 Hint: Remember, it’s a term he used for a powerful ruler.
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Who is referred to as the Leviathan in Hobbesian theory?
💡 Hint: Think of how Hobbes illustrated his ideas.
True or False: According to Hobbes, sovereignty can be shared among different authorities.
💡 Hint: Reflect on Hobbes's definition of absolute power.
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Critically assess how Hobbes’s ideas can apply to modern-day regimes that exhibit authoritarian characteristics.
💡 Hint: Consider recent world events.
Formulate an argument for or against the necessity of an absolute sovereign in today’s democratic societies.
💡 Hint: What lessons can be drawn from events in democratic nations?
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