Concept Of Civil Society Research Articles

The Taliban Are Coming! How Intra-Oligarchic Conflict Proliferates Computational Propaganda in Indonesia

ABSTRACT This study examines online propaganda against fifty-seven former employees of the Indonesian Corruption Eradication Commission (Komisi Pemberantasan Korupsi, KPK). This propaganda, which centered on false allegations that these employees were radical Muslims similar to the Taliban, was used as a pretext to fire them after they had failed a controversial compulsory civics test. Using Gramscian concepts of civil society and the political economy of communication, this study argues that the rise of computational propaganda in Indonesia reflects fundamental conflicts over state power and economic resources within the spheres of civil and political society. The campaign to portray KPK employees as Taliban members was the digital corollary of a political struggle among oligarchic elites over control of the anti-corruption agency as an instrument to advance their political aims. This article showcases how intra-oligarchic struggles have shaped the formation of public opinion about the KPK, a key aspect of reform, and examines their longstanding attempt to enforce oligarchic hegemony. It challenges existing studies on computational propaganda that foreground the nature of the state, or regime type, and the state’s adaptability to information technology.

Политическое инвестирование бизнеса как категория политической науки: теоретические версии в современном российском контексте

The article proposes a conceptual model of political investment of business, which reflects the political and economic realities of the modern Russian state. In the conditions of unprecedented external pressure on the national economy, political investment by representatives of business circles at the federal and regional levels is one of the effective tools that contribute to the strengthening of internal dialog between society and government represented by public institutions. Also, political investment provides an increase in stability and investment attractiveness of the economy as a whole, reduces the riskiness and corruption component. The author of the article proposes as an initial theoretical and methodological platform for the meaningful disclosure of political investment as a category of political science analysis the classical concept of corporation, which is historically linked to the concept of civil society. The central idea that political investment expresses is the mediation of private and public interests.

BULGARIAN CIVIL SOCIETY – POLITICAL PARTICIPATION AND APATHY

This article aims to analyze the contemporary manifestation of civil society in Bulgaria through the prism of political participation and apathy among citizens. For this purpose, the concept of civil society and the need for active political citizens have been examined successively; an analysis of the political participation of Bulgarian citizens was made, through a study of electoral activity, membership in political parties and their participation in the electoral process as advocates; finally, the main reasons for the relatively high levels of political apathy and anomie among Bulgarian society, in relation to the role of political parties, are presented.

Civil Society as the Arena of the New European Climate Hegemony

Using a neo-Gramscian approach, this paper explores the concept of civil society as an arena where European climate hegemony is built. The EU’s green transition, which involves deep social and economic transformations, needs extensive popular support to avoid social instability and the rise of populist parties. To achieve this, the European Commission is trying to construct a counter-hegemonic discourse that challenges the traditional modes of a fossil fuel-based economy by creating an alliance of actors around the ideology of just transition. Therefore, the study addresses the following research question: who are the change agents within European civil society that have aligned with the alliance, and how is fostering a counter-hegemonic discourse against the traditional economic model? By employing a qualitative methodological approach, the study explores the crucial function of civil society in the European green transition, exposing the most important agents and how these agents facilitate the formation of a new climate hegemony.

Theoretical and Legal Principles of Interaction between Public Authorities and the Public Under the Legal Regime of Martial Law

The concept of civil society became relevant again at the end of the twentieth century due to the development of democratization, digitalization, and globalization. Today, the issue of public participation in addressing issues of public importance is increasingly associated with electronic petitions, public consultations and discussions, public expertise, etc. The problem of interaction between public authorities and the public in the field of regional planning requires a broad interdisciplinary understanding not only at the level of infrastructure projects, but also in the field of mobilization training and mobilization, identification and solution of humanitarian problems of the population in the de-occupied territories under martial law. Along with public authorities and the public, the world of technology and artificial intelligence is gaining more and more independence, which is becoming more and more independent of the regulatory and coordinating influence of a person, organization, or state from the platform of interaction, the object of influence. At the same time, social networks are reaching an increasing number of people and are being monetized, which necessitates a more comprehensive, strategic vision of the interaction of public authorities with social networks. For the sake of better understanding of the theoretical and legal framework for interaction between public authorities and the public under martial law, an attempt was made to comprehend the problems that occurred in the field of public relations under study before the introduction of martial law in Ukraine, and which also emerged as a new challenge during the period under study, generating the relevant social transformations.

MODERN APPROACHES TO CIVIL SOCIETY DEVELOPMENT

In this article, the development trends of modern civil society, the concept of global civil society and its stages of development, and the influence of global civil society on the development of civil society in Uzbekistan are scientifically researched.

The modern concept of improving the legal regulation of social security in Ukraine in the context of the development of the concept of civil society

This article focuses on developing the content of a contemporary, concept and strategic act aimed at enhancing the legal regulation of social security in Ukraine, contextualized within the evolution of the concept of civil society. The author advocates for the creation and endorsement of a Concept to facilitate the participation of civil society actors in bolstering the social security of modern Ukraine. Structurally, this Concept is composed of six parts. The first, ‘Problems that Require Solutions,' highlights issues such as the subpar quality of current legislation's legal regulation concerning the activities of civil society entities, leading to a legal vacuum in the legal framework and regulation of social security involving these entities. The second part, ‘Value Guidelines, Goals, and Objectives for the Implementation of this Concept,' delineates the foundational principles of the social security legal regulation mechanism in the context of civil society's development. Furthermore, it identifies the establishment of institutional, regulatory, and other resource conditions as a goal, enabling effective civil society participation in legally regulating conditions for a socially safe human existence in Ukraine.
 The third section of the Concept, 'Time Frame for the Implementation of this Concept,’ specifies that while the Concept is valid indefinitely, the resolution of key issues addressed therein should be accomplished before 2026. The fourth part, 'Methods and Approaches for Problem,’ includes strategies such as enhancing current legislation on the legal regulation of civil society actors’ participation in legal processes, especially in social security regulation; the development of a Strategy for Social Security Assurance by Civil Society Actors and its corresponding implementation program, among others. The fifth and sixth parts, 'Anticipated Outcomes’ and 'Estimation of Financial, Material, Technical, and Human Resources,’ respectively, complete the Concept. The article’s conclusion summarizes the research findings and identifies a list of regulations that should be developed and enacted as part of the Concept’s implementation. These include proposed legislative drafts such as the Laws of Ukraine 'On Social Security,’ 'On the Activities of Civil Society Entities in Ukraine,’ and 'On Public Lobbying Activities.’

The influence of civil society institutions on the fiscal policy of the state

This article is devoted to the analysis of the influence of civil society institutions on fiscal policy in the Russian Federation. The paper examines the structure of civil society in Russia, examines the place and role of its various institutions (primarily the institute of public control) in the system of legal guarantees for the implementation and protection of both the system of constitutional principles and the system of human and civil rights and freedoms, the rights and legitimate interests of public associations, as well as other non–governmental non-profit organizations. The article analyzes the essence and content of the fiscal policy of the state, its place and role in the state policy of the Russian Federation. The paper examines the main factors influencing the formation and development of the fiscal policy of the Russian state. This article uses a number of scientific research methods: formal-logical; historical-legal; comparative-legal; statistical; sociological; method of analyzing specific legal situations. The authors analyzed various approaches to defining the concepts of civil society and fiscal policy of the state, developed and justified the author's definitions of these concepts. The paper substantiates the role of civil society in the system of factors determining the directions of development of the fiscal policy of the Russian Federation. The article analyzes the main directions of the impact of various civil society institutions on the formation and development of the fiscal policy of the Russian Federation. The paper formalizes and explores the main problems that hinder the optimization of the processes of influence of civil society institutions on the processes of formation and development of the fiscal policy of the Russian state. The authors have developed and substantiated a system of measures to resolve these problems aimed both at the development of Russian civil society as a whole and at optimizing fiscal policy in the Russian Federation.

Civil Society and the Platform Society in the Age of Post-Representative Politics

The article explores the concept of civil society in connection with Web 2.0 and its transformative impact on society and politics, contrasting it with the earlier era of Web 1.0. Web 2.0, characterized by enhanced user interaction and content production, has given rise to a new media ecosystem that has reshaped the way people communicate, obtain information, and participate in the polity. The article highlights the emergence of popular social media platforms and how they have become integral to the platform society. These platforms have not only revolutionized online interactions but have also intersected with offline realms, including politics, commerce, and social relations. The article further explores the implications of Web 2.0 for civil society, contentious politics, and citizen engagement, examining the rise of protests, transnational movements, and the impact of digital resources on democracy and (digital) citizenship. Finally, the work discusses the potential of digital counter-democracy in the platform society and the need for democratic control in the digital age.

Historical Evolution of Ideas and Theories Related to the Concept of Civil Society

The article presents the historical origin and growth of civil society. The philosophies of many philosophers show the ever-changing dimensions of civil society from time to time. The historical debate starts from classical political economists’ views, continues with Hegelian, Marx’s and Gramsci’s notions of civil society and ends at the current debate on civil society. Classical scholars considered civil society as an economic sphere and the property of emerging industrial societies that were characterized by complex segmentation of labor, the centrality of production and economic interactions. They give more importance to the state rather than individuals. Hegel, Karl Marx and Gramsci are the main philosophers of the classical school of thought. Other scholars like Herbert Marcuse, Jurgen Habermas, John Rawls, Michal Sandel, Charles Tayler and Michal Walzer also contributed in the debate of relationship between the state and civil society. Current scholars like Foucault, Derrida, Deliuze, Lyotard, Fradric Jameson and Francis Fukuyama have discussed the term of civil society with new directions and ideas. The main focus of these scholars is state, human rights, morality, socialism, liberalism and social movements. Their main point is that individuals are more important than the state. The major analysis of this article is based on qualitative approach. The article concludes that the nature of ideas about relationship between the state and civil society and the influence of civil society on state and that of state on civil society have shaped civil society in different dimensions in different periods of history.

The concept and characteristics of the principles of legal regulation of social security in the context of the development of the concept of civil society

The article aims to elucidate the concept and delineate the key features of the principles governing the legal regulation of social security, particularly within the evolving framework of civil society in Ukraine. Drawing upon a comprehensive analysis of scholarly approaches to understanding the "principles of law”, as well as by defining the specific characteristics of principles that govern the legal regulation of social security, this article outlines the concept of "principles of legal regulation of social security in the context of the development of civil society". The author suggests that these principles should be understood as objective patterns encapsulated in foundational ideas. These ideas carry imperative requirements for the regulatory framework, which aims to maintain social security through the involvement of civil society actors. This approach enables the construction of a coherent and equitable legal system, as well as the maintenance of law and order in the social domain. The principles guiding the legal regulation of social security in the context of civil society development possess distinct characteristics. These principles are both fundamental and directive, serving to orient the rule-making process toward embodying the essence of law and reflecting societal values and ideals. The principles in question guide the ideological underpinnings of the rule-making process and codify social values into legal terms based on theoretical understanding. Moreover, these principles are imperative and normative in character when it comes to the legal regulation of social security within the evolving framework of civil society. The conclusions of the article summarize the socio-legal significance of the principles of legal regulation of social security in the context of the development of the concept of civil society.

Norms of Democracy and Human Rights Within ASEAN Non-Intervention Principle Analysis of FORUM-ASIA's Participation in Facilitating Dialogues for Humanitarian Conflict Resolution in Myanmar in 2021

The paper elaborates on the challenges civil society coalitions face in advocating for democratic norms and human rights in humanitarian conflicts in Myanmar. The article discusses the challenges the coalition, FORUM-ASIA, encountered in dealing with the non-intervention principle of ASEAN countries. The analysis in this article utilizes the concept of transnational civil society (TCS) with a qualitative method involving document studies and media reports. While the dominant power and authority of the state undermine the influence of transnational actors in advocating for the interests of marginalized groups, the article argues that transnational networks and institutions must establish cultural and ideational foundations that encompass political and social interests to drive this transformative process successfully. Another significant aspect highlighted is how these actors function as media systems, both in traditional and contemporary forms, influencing public opinion and catalyzing social change.

پاکستان میں سول سوسائٹی کا کردار : اسلامی تعلیمات کی روشنی میں ایک مطالعہ

The concept of civil society is not as new as it is considered but it was originated in the late 18th Century in the European countries to get more emancipation from the monarchial and religious rules and laws. The given theory or idea of Hegel and Ferguson was to get the autonomous status of individuals. This paper explores the basic teachings of Islam on Civil Society in Pakistan. In what sense/form civil society can be constituted in traditional countries and what is generally understood, focusing on Pakistan’s context? Furthermore, this paper focuses on whether civil society is problematic for traditional countries like Pakistan or not.

Historiographic principles of interaction between civil society and the state

The article analyzes the historiographic principles of interaction between civil society and the state, which is expressed in the dialogue and opposition of public organizations with the state. Various approaches to the definition of civil society, its components and functions, as well as the role of the state in ensuring the development of civil society are considered. The article also includes a historical analysis of the interaction between public organizations and the state on the territory of Ukraine, which provides an opportunity to better understand the current situation in this area. The most important challenges and tasks for the further development of civil society in Ukraine and ways to solve them are outlined. The conclusions of the article may be useful for further research in the field of the theory of the state and law. Also, the nature and ultimate purpose of the existence of civil society is given and revealed in the article. Particular attention is paid to determining the opposition of such a society to the state and its apparatus. Theoretical approaches were also summarized, and the essence of such a society and its functions were determined based on them. The article contains an analysis of the concept of civil society, taking into account the modern interpretation. Some problems of the formation and development of civil society are highlighted through the prism of the necessity of such a society to ensure Ukraine as a democratic, social, legal state. Ways of establishing a civil society in accordance with the assumed duty of the state to citizens regarding the development of the country according to European standards are proposed. The retrospective method, which is used in various sciences such as history, law, psychology, and others, was chosen as the main research method. This method involves the analysis of past events that have occurred in the past in order to understand what causes led to their occurrence, as well as what consequences they had. Key words: state, civil society, civil organizations, self-regulation mechanism, territorial communities.

Analysis of the Role of the Union Generale Tunisienne du Travail (UTT) in the Democratization Transition in Tunisia

This research aims to analyze the position of the Union Generale Tunisienne du Travail (UGTT) which is a combination of trade unions and labor unions in Tunisia in influencing the country's political stability during the time of the Arab revolution or what is known as the Arab Spring. This research analysis uses the concept of civil society to see the role of trade unions in Tunisia in building their political power. This research uses a qualitative method with library research (library research) which is classified and grouped based on several collections of written materials from various sources of books, scientific articles, and the internet. The results of the study show that the UGTT has two roles in achieving the goals of Tunisia's democratization, firstly as a power intermediary, where the UGTT functions in uniting the population and the government by chairing dialogue and guiding decision making during an unstable period. Second, the UGTT also plays a role as a key mediator in the democratization transition process by participating in the policy-making process, namely working with members of parliament in drafting a new constitution.

The Indonesian Islamic Student Association's Idea About Civil Society

Students have an important role in the political system, because they have their own place for society. Students have four roles, namely agent of change, social control, iron stock, and moral force. To make citizens aware of their role, a student organization is needed as a real form of student forum so that they can explore their potential and abilities, achieve missions with one purpose of the organization. Commitment in the organization, as well as the knowledge base is able to build a student's frame of mind, so that he hopes to answer the problems that occur in society. One of the issues that is often discussed is building the concept of civil society in Indonesia. As a student organization, the Islamic Student Association based on Islam is able to assess civil society based on an integral understanding of Islam. The purpose of this service is to provide an understanding of the Indonesian Islamic Student Association's Ideas for Civil Society during the activities of the introduction of prospective members of the Islamic Student Association. The results of the service from this activity are: First, providing understanding and knowledge about the Indonesian idea of Islamic student associations to civil society. Second, interactive discussion between participants and presenters. Third, the presenter becomes the carrier of the discussion flow by solving problems.

The Strategy of Taiwan Digital Diplomacy Association (TDDA) for Taiwan’s International Presence

This paper examines Taiwan Digital Diplomacy Association (TDDA) 's strategy for gaining public awareness of Taiwan’s international presence. As a non-governmental and non-profit organization, TDDA can be classified as a civil society that has a pure interest. Unlike other civil society organizations which focus on human rights, justice, or environmental issues, the goal of TDDA is to promote Taiwan on the global stage. By using digital platform and actively campaigning on social media such as Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, TDDA acts as a part of citizen diplomat and helps the country reaches its goal which is to be present in the international community since Taiwan is isolated by China due the Cross-Strait issue and One China Policy. Moreover, this paper is a descriptive and qualitative research which is analysed by using the concept of civil society. The data is collected from interviewing the project manager of TDDA, research journals, and the internet sources such as official websites and social media. It can be mentioned that TDDA uses two main strategies to get its aim namely advocating and networking. However, how effective this strategy is not explained in this paper, the research about that topic might be done in the future.

법이 규율하는 사회 개념의 변화

Law is often understood as a system of norms regulating society. However, it is not necessarily clear what the concept of society exactly means in this context. This is because society is not only comprehensive in its meaning, but also pluralistic. Because of this, the meaning of society varies depending on what perspective the concept of society is understood. Because of that, the question of ‘society’ or ‘social’ is sometimes raised. In this context, this article examines how the meaning of society regulated by law has changed, especially the meaning of society regulated by civil law as an example. Traditionally, civil law was understood as a private law that regulates society, especially economic system. The society referred to at that time was a civil society centered on citizens. In this civil society, citizens are identified as free and formally equal persons. Accordingly, various differences that actually exist in society are excluded. Accordingly, civil law tried to maximize the freedom of society by assuming society as such a civil society. However, the civil society project premised on the civil law should encounter some limitations in reality. To respond to this limitations, new thinking models and legal concepts have emerged. Social law is one of examples. Unlike civil law, social law actively reveals the differences that exist in society. In addition, changes in the social structure show that the concept of civil society in civil law is no longer sustainable. This article examines what the social concept regulated by modern civil law meant, and how this social concept is changing today. Through this, it is intended to gain useful implications for discussions on social enterprises, social economy and social values that are emphasized in the context of ESG today.

Evolyuciya koncepcii grazhdanskogo obshchestva i harakteristika sootvetstvuyushchih issledovanij v Kitae

In this article, from the perspective and by mean of Marxist historical materialism, analysis of the different concepts of “civil society” at different times and their evolution was made in sequence as follows, Aristotle's concept of “city-state” in Ancient Greek period, Cicero’s concept of “state”, divine theory of state and society in Middle Ages, Ferguson's concept of “civilized society” and Hegel's concept of “civil society” in capitalist period and Marx's concept of civil society.

Being a master of metaphors

Being a master of metaphors