Origin of State

There are several theories on the origin of state, but it is not known exactly which is of them is the correct one.

1. Divine right theory - state is of divine creation and the ruler is ordained by God to govern the people.

2. Necessity or force theory - state is created through force, by strong warriors who imposed their will upon the weak.

3. Paternalistic theory - state comes from the expansion of family, under the authority of the father. Family grew into a clan, then developed into tribe which broadened into a nation, and a nation became a state.

4. Social contract theory - states have been formed by deliberate and voluntary compact among the people to form a society and organize government for their common good.