WORLD HISTORY

HISTORY

ANCIENT CHINA

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Confucius believed that people in authority should ____
A
treat others harshly
B
set a good example by behaving well
C
honor important people
D
train members of the civil service
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Confucius believed that rulers did not need to use force to return harmony to society. Confucius said: “If you govern them by means of virtue (de) and keep order among them by ritual (li), people will gain their own sense of shame and correct themselves."

Detailed explanation-2: -Confucius said: “Lead the people by example. Work hard for them.” Zilu asked him for further instruction. Confucius said: “Tirelessly.” The only way you can expect others to perform miracles is to achieve them yourself.

Detailed explanation-3: -The ancient Chinese philosopher Confucius advocated leadership with self-discipline and self-control. His principles would be adopted more widely long after his death, both in China and the West.

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