Political Theory

Is Natural state of human beings non-political and politics artificially constructed or is the natural state of humans political like ancient theorists assume? "Social Contract Theory assumes that the natural state of human beings is non-political, and that politics is artificially constructed by individuals on the basis of consent. Ancient and medieval theorists, on the other hand, tend to assume that politics is the normal, natural way of life for human beings. In an argumentative essay of 1000 words or less, answer the following question: which one of these two basic assumptions provides a better basis for understanding politics, and why? Use the readings to support your answer."