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(2004) is a philosophical work by Mahasweta Chaudhury . Published as part of the Series in the Philosophy of Karl R. Popper and Critical Rationalism , the book bridges the gap between traditional political philosophy and modern environmental ethics. Core Thesis and Framework
Bounds of Freedom – Popper, Liberty and Ecological Rationality Bounds of Freedom: Popper, Liberty and Ecologic...
: It critiques John Stuart Mill’s "Social Physics" and the challenges of individual liberty. (2004) is a philosophical work by Mahasweta Chaudhury
: Chaudhury argues for a "balanced" view of liberty that incorporates both negative freedom (absence of coercion) and positive aspects like the "community of criticism". Core Thesis and Framework Bounds of Freedom –
The book is structured into five key chapters that trace the evolution of liberty and its limits:
: The final chapter explores "Reason, Tradition and Freedom" in the context of ecology, proposing that ecological well-being can be integrated into the framework of an "Open Society". Key Themes
: A notable chapter, "Tyranny in Disguise," argues that modern expert knowledge can become a new form of paternalism that restricts personal freedom.