Question

The Greek philosopher Plato compared society to a sailing ship with government steering the ship. He stated that the people who steer the ship would need to know how to navigate. Plato argued that most sailors knew too little about navigation to steer the ship properly. What form of government was Plato probably arguing against?

Answer 1

He was arguing against direct democracy

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Answer 2

Plato was probably talking about a Democratic government which is composed of several leaders that are in-charge of particular cities and communities in a country. During his time, Plato is a known philosopher who spent his time discussing with people in plazas and squares arguing about almost anything under the sun.