APPLYING THE FIVE CIVILIZATION PRINCIPLES TO PROMOTE POLITICAL TRUST

Abstract

This article presented that promoting political trust is essential for the stability of a democratic system, as it promotes citizen participation and fosters collaboration between government institutions and the public. Political trust also plays an important role in enhancing the effectiveness of governance, as it encourages citizens to engage with leaders and hold them accountable for their actions. This trust can be built through promoting transparency in government operations and citizen participation in key decision-making processes. Based on the Five Noble Truths, building political trust is an important factor affecting the strength and stability of a democracy. Therefore, building political trust requires cooperation from all sectors, including the government, civil society, and the public, so that these principles are seriously and effectively implemented. The application of the Five Noble Truths in Buddhism is a guideline that can be used to effectively promote political trust. The Five Noble Truths consist of Saddha (belief) Sila (good conduct) Suta (study and listening) Jaka (giving) and Panya (knowledge and understanding). The focus is on analyzing and applying these principles to build political trust. It was found that acting with faith and belief in correctness and justice, practicing good conduct according to Sila, studying and listening continuously, giving and sacrificing for the benefit of society, and having wisdom in making decisions and solving problems can effectively build political trust and confidence. The application of the Five Ariyawatti dhamma principles is therefore an important approach to strengthen political trust and can lead to the creation of a strong and just society in a sustainable manner. The creation of a strong and just society will not only increase political stability but also result in the people’s true participation in national development by applying the Five Ariyawatti dham principles at all levels of society.