Question

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why does plato believe the guardians should \live with spartan simplicity\?
credit: plato. the republic of plato. translated by francis macdonald cornford. oxford: the clarendon press, 1918.
it prevents the guardians from becoming tyrants and abusing their power.
it provides more money for the state to take good care of its citizens.
it ensures the guardians will act in the best interest of their people.
it enables the guardians to make the most of their natural gifts.

Explanation:

Plato believed that a Spartan - like simplicity would prevent Guardians from being corrupted by wealth and power, thus ensuring they act in the public good. It also meant more resources for the state to care for citizens.

Answer:

It prevents the Guardians from becoming tyrants and abusing their power.
It provides more money for the state to take good care of its citizens.
It ensures the Guardians will act in the best interest of their people.