People who Define

Politics
Aristotle

“A human being
is a political
animal.”
 Aristotle

• We want to be involve in politics.

 David easton

“Politics as the
authoritative
allocation of values
in a society.”
 David easton

• Authorities are entrusted to decide

on things we consider important.
ROBERT DAHL
“Politics is any activity
involving human beings
associated together in a
relationship of power
and authority where
conflict occurs.”
• There is always conflict when it
comes to determining who has the
authority.
Bernard crick

“Politics is a way
of ruling in
divided societies
without violence.”
 Bernard crick

• The purpose of politics is to

unite our divided society.
Michael oakeshott

“Politics is reserved
to the statesmen
and stateswomen .”
(Note for emphasis)
 Bernard crick

• Only a privilege few has the right

to rule.
1.Among the many definitions of
democracy, which one is the most
agreeable to you? Explain your answer.
2.How are culture, society, and politics,
interrelated with one another?
 Politics

Society Culture

The interrelation of Culture, Society and Politics

• After realizing the scope and definition
of politics, what is the right attitude
towards politics?
EVALUATION: