SCHOLA NOBILITÉ, MODERN THEORY OF WAR, AND WORLD PEACE

By Desmond Ayim-Aboagye
While in the ordinary world competition (e.g., I am the best, I am the strongest nation, and etc) had played a greater role in fostering developments and progress of individuals as well as nations, in the world of international affairs and war competition had led to chaos. This yearning to be the best or number one in the classroom, athletics, entertainment, home environment, and etc had been part of the capitalist ideal that had been appraised by economists as well as scientists in other fields. Yet meticulous observation of this motive to be the best among countries in the world had created monsters in the world ever since man dominated the world and conquered not only animals, his nearest rival, but also the oceans of the world and the solar system as a whole. Competition had created enmity between nations of antiquity and also coming down to the present world competition had dragged many nations that had once lived in peace to several unnecessary wars that had left scars and wounds. In this article, I argue that though competition is good and therefore could be encouraged in other areas of the society, this same striving should not be allowed in the world among leaders as it brings the inhabitants of the world to clash over supremacy. But this is word “supremacy” is not needed for the survival of the present world and its numerous inhabitants that believe in unity and progress. The instituting of the theory of Schola Nobilité and the New Modern Theory of War by various countries in the world and in the leadership arena would discourage this behaviour which is not needed for the healthy functioning of the inhabitants in the planet earth. The theory of Schola Nobilité, especially, shall provide a new direction for all leaders of states who will concentrate on accomplishing what the citizens in reality wish and require from them in order to making life enjoyable in the world.

It is argued that once the judiciary takes over the matters of war, it shall indeed relieve the leaders of states from an important function that they had once performed badly in it. No one on earth would disagree with me on this point that though wars that occurred had been confrontation between the nations of the earth; these wars had been allowed to take place because the leaders of these nations had different motives. Yearning for supremacy or frivolous power that a particular leader was the strongest man on earth had been behind some of these unnecessary wars. To become a war hero was some peoples' dreams that is why they would fish for war even when the trouble require only peaceful settlement or a simple agreement. This can be proved by the manner nations hail their leaders and adore them when they appear in public and showing to be tough. This adoration was something that we also witnessed in antiquity down to the present century. Nations would never choose a person they think could not lead them in times of war. It was as if war going bring them special satisfaction but in reality it did not as many people had their lives turned upside down, and they lost their relatives or a sizeable part or whole of their belongings. It was this thinking which had pervaded thoughts of modern men such that their building of armaments were made to become a lucrative business as well as that these instruments for war should make them stronger nations so that they could defeat all their enemies.

The theory of Schola Nobilité changes everything for the leader does not only obtain experience in matters that are important that would continue to be needed in the peaceful running of the state but also this power becomes arena of education where the immutable President (P) and Prime Minister (PM) learns to be humble. The thoughts of going to war become frivolous and it would not be something that would occupy this leader's mind. As he learns from the intricate of modern leadership responsibilities, which also include the writing of a report which is one way of accounting for his conduct and duties during those years in the office, this burden makes him/her to become concerned with achieving the best for his country. The economy and health sectors of the country become his main concern, as these are the areas that affect the citizens the most. This consequently brings him closer to the people who had voted him into power. A clear switch from the class of leadership that was very prevalent in those days of antiquity and a greater part of the centuries that had gone before, where, leaders had been worshipped as gods and could do whatever they wanted to their citizens that were regarded as subjects, slaves or servants.

The theory of Schola Nobilité would indeed makes the leaders servants of the states who shall respond to the needs of the people instead of the former position of acting as Commander in Chiefs that should fight or engineer wars. This modern approach of caring for the peoples' business would mean that they contribute to the modernisation of war field, which has to do with the proper functioning of the modern War Courts in the various continents of the world. It would mean that they should also be concerned with developing War Psychiatry's branch that shall provide better health for the sick individuals who make use of unnecessary reasons to create war and conflicts around the world. The leaders should also encourage the modern approach of training lawyers for these courts who could be helping the military to manage modern wars and handling war cases in the War Courts.

The principle of continuity which plays a very important role in the propounding of this theory needs to be commented upon here. For a long time party politics has been filled with such contentions such as 'my programme is best and therefore it should be maintained rather than your own'. These kinds of contentions had led to the unhealthy competition where nations spent money on expensive programmes that immediately are abandoned as soon as a rival party came to power. These had consequently led to waste of resources of the governments in many parts of the world. The instituting of Schola Nobilité would guarantee that nations follow special plans that would ensure that continuity is followed in the management of the state's affairs and the social development in the country. This continuity should also be applied in the sectors of industry, trade, finance, and a large segment of the agriculture sector. It would ensure that once programmes had been agreed by the House of Representatives that they are worth to be spending money on, that it would be impossible to abandon these programmes especially if these programmes had already been initiated and a considerable amount of money had been invested in them.

Continuity in the principle of Schola Nobilité would ensure, furthermore, that the whole political institutions strive for peace, order, and stability in world. It calls for modernisation of the mainstream power structures of the world and the replacement of certain apparatuses that had not earlier on contributed to the obtaining of order in the world. Modernisation had already begun in certain parts of the world where the use of the internet resources help many leaders to communicate directly with their citizens that had led to openness in the society. The theory is in line with of modernising the communication in the world to help prevent misunderstandings that brought the world to the blink of nuclear war some years ago.

To review the theory of Schola Nobilité, let us point out what this modern theory is all about. The theory of Schola Nobilité is described in two words that comes from Greek and French, the former meaning 'school' and the latter expressing 'noble' indicating the noble academicians. The theory turns the whole purpose of leadership, which portrays the coming to power to show off one's strength and intelligence and also creating big wars to that of being a student but a noble one. It posits that leaders should be made learners even while serving their terms in office as P or PM. The immutable leader that has been chosen by the citizens of the country, after having served his time as P or PM, should become a servant of the state forever. By this we mean he shall continue to serve the state which he had been their first leader for sometime. This comprises of his being made to undergo training as well as dispensing his noble duty as the most cherished person in the country.

First, the immutable leader attends the first school where he serves in the capacity as P or PM. Second, this P or PM who has just completed his terms in office which could be either the first or second term is transferred to another distinguished position where he becomes the Chief for Strategic Development in the country. During this period the former P or former PM becomes concerned of the projects he commenced but could not be completed. He supervises these projects while he conducts investigations about his terms of office in order to account for his conduct and duty. Finally, in the third school which only begins whenever there had been some changes in the power of the sitting P or PM, base of the satisfactory report issued in the form of a book or report, he is honoured to become a Professor and takes appointment in one of the States Universities. Now, since the former P and PM even here is occupying important positions in the country and has essential functions to play, he maintains his Presidential Pay which enables him to live happily as an important figure of the state.

When the former P or PM had dispensed his duty as the honorary Professor and also judging from the changes that had occurred in the presidential seats, he then moves on to the stage where he shall commence the building of a foundation to be left as a legacy. This period, which is recognised as the Final Years enables the former P or PM to still keep close to many of the activities of his party and also to be involved in the community's service. The former P or PM is ushered in the Silence Years where due to his physical frailties he could not be capable of appearing in public. Here, his interest may be shifted as he concentrates on his family and those things that make him feel nostalgia. Even here and the last-mentioned stage, the former P or PM should be given eighty percent of his income which he deserves because he still is the leader that had contributed to the building of his country.

There are several reasons why the state is made to furnish the lives of these great men in the manners that the theory of Schola Nobilité prescribes. The former P and PM, despite their ages, have accumulated a great deal of experiences, which would be needed by the country in question now and then. They could be called upon now and then to share their experiences on certain matters; these careful thoughtful sharing would help the country in question to escape catastrophe or accidents that would permit the people to enjoy peace and prosperity. Besides, by engaging in such approach a country would not experience well-known troubles with regards to the mismanagement of their resources, which usually occurs when the Presidents or Prime Ministers are not sure what would happen after their service periods have expired.

In conclusion, by permitting these distinguished men to enjoy these privileges, we shall give them the opportunity to become accountable to their nations. We could also make them to honour the principle of continuity with regards to the social development in the country and the preservation of the political institution as a whole. This will consequently lead to the avoidance of power conflicts in the leadership arena. Moreover, by doing this service to these most cherished leaders, we shall keep them informed of the progress in the country. This will help provide them a belonging to keep their set of friends in the higher places. Furthermore, they shall enjoy the unique interaction with the public. As these things are stripped off from these noble academicians abruptly, they force some of these men to decide to hang on to power to become dictators or despotic rulers or leaders. It is the belief that by providing them these privileges, Presidents or Prime Ministers shall come and go without having the slightest thoughts to remain in power for life.

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