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Explain the patriarchy theory of the origin of state

      

Explain the patriarchy theory of the origin of state

  

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The state is an extension of the family, the head of the state being the father. H.S Maine in Ancient Law cites the patriarchs of the Old Testament, Athens and ancient Rome as evidence in favour of the theory. The patriarchal society which was which was the foundation of modern state was characterized male kingship, permanent marriage and paternal authority.
Titany answered the question on August 27, 2021 at 06:27


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