Which of the following is/are correctly associated with Plato's idea of 'Chariot that is pulled by two horses'?
(A) Desiring soul is the charioteer.
(B) Rational soul is located in the head.
(C) Rational soul is governed by restraint and modesty.
(D) Spirited soul knows the honour.
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Correct answer: C. (B) and (D) only
Explanation
In Plato's chariot allegory reason is the charioteer, seated in the head; the spirited soul is the honour-loving horse. Desire is the unruly horse and modesty belongs to the spirited horse, so A and C are wrong.
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