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________ theory of politics explains that the state as an instrument of power in the hands of proletariat.

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Divine
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Consent
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Idealistic
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Marxian
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Solution

The correct option is D Marxian
Marx was a proponent of class struggle. According to marxian theory their existed two different classes in capitalism, i.e., bourgeoisie or capitalist and proletariat (the working class). The bourgeoisie control the economy, which in turn make them to control the state.
The distribution of political power is determined by power over production, which in marxian theory rest with the bourgeoisie. Hence, Marxian theory of politics explains that the state as an instrument of power in the hands of proletariat.

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