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social choice theory  

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  • Social choice theory is as old as ancient Greek times. Social decisions, involving “diverse interests” and “concerns,” were explored by Aristotle and Kautilya around the fourth century BCE. It grew into a systematic theory around the time of the French Revolution (1789–1799). [Source: The Encyclopedia of Political Science; Social Choice Theory]

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