Min Ji Park
POLI 113A
Midterm
Prompt #1
Proper Order
The Proper Order is a set of orders that are assumed to be the necessary qualifications for a society to be considered “proper”. This set of ideals is used to judge whether the political state of a given time of a state is failing or not. The proper order, in the context of the East Asia specifically, has to include: being congruent to the human nature and sympathetic to it, providing incentives to seek for the better or deter from committing wrong, having good leaders, being compatible to the forces that are in between or outside of the human affairs, and having a clear objective of prospering the people in all classes. All of the criteria can be translated into criteria for securing the sine qua non social foundation and social unity for smoother future progresses that increases the efficiency of the political system; however, it is extremely vulnerable at the same time, because there are too many forces that are needed to be intact, and some parts cannot be fulfilled until luck decides to come.
First, the proper order requires the everyday matters of the human life are fulfilled: simply put, survival and smooth cohesion. In order for a state/nation to be said that it is in a proper order, it needs its members to be satisfied with the materials that can be afforded by each members. Overall wellbeing of the people is crucial to achieve the necessary peace for the nation to thrive; people may look the other way to only
World Order is a necessity in modern day society, for if it did not exist we would be faced with international anarchy. A nation state acts individually, therefore meaning that it can either choose to embrace Human Rights and international laws, or ignore them.
1) Nationalism, socialism, and religion have all played a major role in anti-colonial struggles and post-colonial constructions in India and Southeast Asia. Which of these three ideologies do you think was most effective for colonized peoples and why?
Although Daoism believes in modesty, and Confucianism emphasizes honesty, ruling a kingdom effectively during a time of turmoil requires sovereignty. Legalism is a system of pure power that demands restraint and discipline with an emphasis on strict laws. Daoism maintains the balance of nature and embrace harmony by utilizing “The Dao.” Confucianism highlights virtues and morality wanting people to become The Superior Man. For an East Asian Kingdom plagued by famine, war, and civil unrest, Legalism would bring order to the Kingdom by a centralized and powerful government, strict laws that govern the people, and once peace ensues, a secure economy.
that are dealt with by human nature. Power structure, the ranking of classes, rights, and
World order are the activities and relationship between the world states, and other significant non-state global actors, that occur within a legal, political and economic frame work. The need for world order has arisen due to the past historical conflicts, colonialism, greater interdependence between nations, and the increased impact of the activities of nation states upon other nation states. Legal measures such as the UN, as well as non-legal measures such as the media and Non-governmental organisations, show a mixed effectiveness in response to resolving conflict and working towards world order.
If each individual fulfilled their duties then the society will prosper.The ideal ruler would live by being a good, moral person. Confucius said, “If a ruler sets himself right, he will be followed without his command. If he does not set himself right even his commands will not be obeyed.” {Document 2}
The first source; “Chinese title” ("The Contrast of Enfeoffment System between Eastern Zhou and Early Han") is an insightful thesis written by Xuzhi Shang in 2015. Her analysis reviews all different outcomes created by the governments in two separate dynasties. Shang is an associate professor of Tianjin Polytechnic University, teaching law and political courses. She received her doctor degree in political science and has published many theses on major historical journals, including the aforementioned. Her substantial education proves her credibility on the preceding topic, and that she is a reliable author. Besides her education, Xushi is also highly acclaimed on her achievement in law study, thus, this may have shifted the focus of her research. The purpose of this source is to compare and differentiate the utilization of this unique system in three distinctive methods for both dynasties: background, consequences, and influence. The value of the source originates from the arguments the author made between the Etiquette system and the Enfeoffment
Within any community, it is safe to say that the goal of maintaining a society that prospers on for many years is common. Establishing order is key to developing a prosperous society. Order, whether it be defined as assigning roles in society, or establishing a set of rules to maintain control, can be done through various approaches. The pondering question however lies in what is the best approach to establish order. This common question has been prominent throughout time, and has been debated in government and society. The debate in how society should establish order regularly results in contrasting opinions. In the essay "The Myth of the Ant Queen," by Steven Johnson, and in the excerpt “The Code of Hammurabi” from Society and Law in Ancient Babylonia, two distinct approaches to establishing order in society are discussed. I believe that through strict reinforcements, order in society can be established. In the essay “Man’s Nature is Evil” by Hsun Tzu, the human nature in society helps explain why strict reinforcements is the most efficient way to establish order. In Steven Johnson’s essay “The Myth of the Ant Queen,” he describes an interesting way in how the establishment of order arises. He argues that society can build itself up and maintain order without the need of a ruler or a set of laws. Through the observation of ants and how they behave in their environment, he explains how ants are able to establish an intricate yet simple
Public order is thus necessary for the simple reason that, if order is not maintained, there will be total chaos. Society would have the freedom to do as they please in public; in turn this would put other citizens in danger. For example, the public order crime of driving while intoxicated, if not
Life in the ancient kingdoms of China, India, and Greece were very different from those in modern society. Most of these kingdoms had different sets of rules that were believed to bring peace and harmony into everyday life. In Ancient China,there were three philosophies that were dominant in the region: Legalism, Daoism, and Confucianism. In ancient India, there were two philosophies that were practiced: Buddhism and Hinduism. In ancient Greece, Plato’s and Socrates’ philosophies were the ones that were respected the most. The ideal ruler was shaped due to the influences of classical philosophies of India, China, and Greece according to the enforcement of the laws, the relationship to the people, and the ideal qualities of the ruler.
In a community some form of order is an essential foundation for people to live and interact together. ‘’Order is part of the way people both imagine and practise their social existence.’’ (Silva et al., 2009, p. 311) Taylor (2004, p.58) argued that ‘’ the human capacity to imagine order is at the foundation of society itself.’’ (Taylor, cited in Silva et al., 2009 p.311) Social order draw in imagination, practices, the fitting together of people and things, and ideas about the past and the future. (Silva et al., 2009)There are many explanations of how social order is produced, Erving Goffman (1959, 1971 and 1972) and Michel Foucault
Order and freedom are both necessary and beneficial towards the citizens and society with the aim to promote harmony, yet they both contradict each other. This contradiction has existed throughout many years and it is still hard to decide which one is ideal for the society. This essay will discuss and analyze if order or freedom is more important for political systems.
In China during 406-221 BCE, the battling states between the Zhou and the Han Dynasties? were in a state of governmental disorder. Although the era was in a disruptive state, it ushered in a cultural opening that left a long lasting imprint on the Chinese history. As a result, three major belief systems surfaced Confucianism, Daoism, and Legalism in an attempt to achieve a sense of political order in a disorder period. There are distinctions in the way each of the belief systems approached the many problems that plagued the Chinese society. First, all of the founders were contemporaries in China. As well as considered philosophies, who studied the future, and sat out to focus on the present rather than the past. In contrast, Confucianism, Daoism and Legalism established various paths in search of an optimistic future for the success of China. Second, both Legalism and Confucianism developed a social belief system, but are considered a religion. However, both Legalism and Confucianism purpose was to create an orderly society in the hopes of prosperity. In contrast, Daoism does
When you are on guard you are responsible for everything that occurs within the limits of your post while you are on duty. You are also responsible for all equipment and property located within the limits of your post. The exact limits of your post are defined by the special orders. The special orders should also include every place a guard must go to perform your duties. You will investigate every unusual or suspicious occurrence on or near your post provided that you do not have to leave your point of duty to do so. If necessary, you or the NCO who is on guard with you will contact the chain of command for instructions. While on guard you will remain at your place of duty and continue to perform all duties required until you are relieved
As many people know, Imperialism has shaped the culture and customs all over the world. Imperialism is the dominance of one country over another politically, economically or socially. Western culture can be seen in all parts of the world; from Asia to Africa, to the Indies and the Americans. The downside of having the bits of western culture all over the world, is how it got there. Western influence was forced upon places in Asia, specifically India, Indonesia with a hellacious price; lives and poverty.