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The view that the state has emerged to protect the rights of a privileged few has been expressed by philosophers of which school of thought ?

Correct answer: C. Conflict

  • A. Functionalism
  • B. Ideologist
  • C. Conflict
  • D. Hegelianism

Explanation

Conflict theorists argue that the state often protects the interests of dominant or privileged groups. Functionalism instead stresses the state’s contribution to social order and stability.

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