Contrato social em Jean-Jacques Rousseau: uma reflexão sobre a estabilidade política na sociedade moçambicana

Abstract

This monograph is entitled: The Social Contract in Jean-Jacques Rousseau: a reflection on political stability in Mozambican society. The problem guiding this research can be summarized in the following question: how can the Social Contract proposed by Jean-Jacques Rousseau contribute to political stability in Mozambican society? The central objective is to reflect on the challenges to political stability in the Mozambican context, guided by the bibliographic analysis method. The choice of the theme is made in the context in which it is believed to be urgent to create a government whose legitimacy resides in the consent of the governed and whose sovereignty belongs to the people. Mozambique, which went through a struggle for independence and a civil war, still faces significant challenges in terms of state building and strengthening institutions. Therefore, the discussion about Rousseau's social contract can provide a solid theoretical basis for debates on governance, citizenship and political participation. This is an author who emphasizes the importance of the general will and the active participation of citizens in decision-making. In Mozambique, where issues such as corruption, social inequality, and lack of transparency are still pressing concerns, these ideas can inspire reforms aimed at creating a fairer and more representative political system. Promoting discussion about how each citizen can and should have an active role in society can foster a sense of collective responsibility and civic engagement, crucial aspects for strengthening democracy in the country. Furthermore, since he criticizes the inequalities caused by social contracts that benefit only a small elite, a situation that can be compared to the reality of many developing countries, his ideas can serve as a starting point for the development of policies that seek to reduce these inequalities and promote social justice and stability in Mozambique