THE GENESIS OF THE CONCEPT OF «СIVIL SOCIETY»

Аннотация

The article is devoted to the concept of civil society, its interpretation by various scientists based on the main features that underlie civil society. The concept of civil society is revealed through its main features and features, the principles of its functioning. The article presents the author's definition of civil society, which is an organized, self-governing community of citizens, associations, public organizations, capable of effectively interacting with the state power, limiting it, influencing decisions taken by the authorities in order to protect the freedom, rights and interests of citizens, private property, entrepreneurial activity, the realization of creative abilities, ensuring openness and justice in society.