Question

The term 'Politics' for the first time used by

• A. Plato
• B. Aristotle
• C. Socrates
• D. J. W. Garner

Hint:

- Aristotle: Ancient Greek philosopher, author of "Politics," often called the "father of political science." - The term "politics" derives from the Greek "polis" (city-state), which was the central unit of political life in ancient Greece. - Aristotle's "Politics" is a systematic study of political institutions, constitutions, and theories of governance.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Consider the origins of political thought and terminology.
The systematic study of politics as a distinct field of inquiry began in ancient Greece.

Step 2: Identify the philosopher associated with the term "Politics.
" Aristotle (384–322 BCE), an ancient Greek philosopher and student of Plato, is widely credited with being one of the first to systematically study and write about politics.
His seminal work on the subject is titled "Politics" (Greek: Πολιτικά, Politika).
In this work, he examined different types of constitutions, the nature of the city-state (polis), citizenship, and various aspects of governance.
The term "politics" itself is derived from the Greek word "polis," meaning city-state.

Step 3: Evaluate other options.
- (1) Plato: Aristotle's teacher, also a major political philosopher, known for works like "The Republic" and "Laws," but Aristotle's work specifically titled "Politics" systematized the field.
- (3) Socrates: Plato's teacher, known for his method of inquiry (Socratic method).
He did not write texts himself; his philosophy is known through the writings of his students, primarily Plato.
- (4) J.
W.
Garner (James Wilford Garner): A much later American political scientist (1871–1938), known for his works on political science and international law.
While he used and defined the term "politics," he did not coin it or use it "for the first time" in its foundational sense.

Step 4: Confirm the first significant user.
Aristotle is considered the "father of political science" and his work "Politics" is foundational to the field and the use of the term.
This matches option (2).