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Social Philosophy seeks insight into the unity and order of human society. Social Philosophy is the philosophical study of the questions about human social behavior. It is concerned with the institutions like family, educational institutions, economic institutions such as Page 4 4 business and markets. The French philosopher Auguste Comte (1798–1857) often called the “father of sociology”—first used the term “sociology” in 1838 to refer to the scientific study of society. I n t r oduction t o Social P h i losophy
D e f inition o f Social Philosophy T he study and interpretation of society and social institutions in terms of ethical values rather than empirical relations. Social philosophy is the study of questions about social behavior and interpretations of society and social institutions in terms of ethical values rather than empirical relations.
N a t u r e o f S o c i al Philosophy It inquires into 'what is Right or Good for man and society'. Social Philosophy deals with the individual's Highest Good in the society. It is primarily concerned with general questions concerning the problems of society such as social cohesion, social progress and social disintegration.
S c o p e o f S o c i al Philosophy The Scope of Social Philosophy: Social Philosophy as a science of society reflects upon the basic nature of human relationships in society. It studies the interrelation of social organizations and the relation of individual to these organizations. It speculates upon the principles that underlie the human behavior.
I m p o r t ance o f S o c ial Philosophy Social Philosophy is one of the main and important branches of Philosophy. It is the thoughtful consideration of human society. Social Philosophy tries to find out the basic laws which operate in the society and influence human relations. Its aim consists in discovering the meaning of the actual mode of existence. The practice of philosophy is a process benefiting the whole of society. It helps to build bridges between peoples and cultures and heightens demand for quality education for all,” said Irina Bokova, Director-General of the UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).