Origin of State
There are several theories on the origin of state, but it is not known exactly which is of
them is the correct one.
1. Divine right theory - state is of divine creation and the ruler is ordained by God to
govern the people.
2. Necessity or force theory - state is created through force, by strong warriors who
imposed their will upon the weak.
3. Paternalistic theory - state comes from the expansion of family, under the
authority of the father. Family grew into a clan, then developed into tribe which
broadened into a nation, and a nation became a state.
4. Social contract theory - states have been formed by deliberate and voluntary
compact among the people to form a society and organize government for their
common good.