Question

Today the name machiavelli suggest ruthlessness, ambition and backstabbing politics. What idea in machiavelli's book, the prince, gave him this reputation?.

Answer 1

the idea that rulers and leads should be guided by ambition, not by their moral or religious beliefs

Step-by-step explanation:

Today, Machiavelli’s The Prince is considered a handbook for dictators and other ruthless authoritarian rulers. The power of the state vs the power of the church is a major theme in Machiavelli’s work and he gives reasons for purpose of government that have nothing to do with compassion.

Answer 2

The idea that a leader should gain respect by fear rather than love.