Question

In the republic who did its author believe should rule
GPT 3.5
In "The Republic," its author, the Greek philosopher Plato, believed that philosopher-kings should rule. Plato argued that those who possess knowledge, wisdom, and a deep understanding of the Forms (abstract concepts of reality) should be the rulers of the ideal city-state. These philosopher-kings would be philosophers who have attained enlightenment through philosophical contemplation and have the best interests of the city at heart. Plato believed that only philosopher-kings could guide the state in an enlightened and just manner.