SOVEREIGNTY AND STATE-CITIZEN RELATIONS: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF CICERO AND BODIN'S WORKS

Аннотация

This research paper conducts a comparative analysis of the perspectives on sovereignty and state-citizen relations presented in the works of Cicero and Bodin, two prominent thinkers from different historical eras. Cicero, a Roman statesman and philosopher, and Bodin, a French political theorist, both explored the nature of sovereignty and its implications for the relationship between the state and its citizens. The study examines their respective views on the origin and legitimacy of political authority, the role of the state in safeguarding citizens' rights, and the duties and responsibilities of citizens towards the state. By delving into the writings of these influential figures, this research aims to shed light on the evolution of political thought and its impact on our understanding of sovereignty and state-citizen relations. KEYWORDS Sovereignty, state-citizen relations, political authority, Cicero, Bodin, political thought, legitimacy, rights, responsibilities, political theory, comparative analysis.