THE APPLICATION OF BUDDHIST PRINCIPLES TO PROMOTE DEMOCRATIC CITIZENSHIP AMONG YOUTH IN NAKHON PATHOM PROVINCE

Abstract

The objectives of this research article are to 1. study citizenship 2. study factors affecting democratic citizenship 3. apply Buddhist principles to promote democratic citizenship among youth in Nakhon Pathom Province. The research method Quantitative research Data was collected using questionnaires. with confidence value for the entire version equal to 0.891. A sample group of 400 people was obtained from Taro Yamane's formula. Data analysis using ready-made programs and qualitative research Data were collected from 18 important informants or people, including Buddhist scholars. political science, government representatives, local leaders, and youth using structured interviews Data were analyzed using content analysis techniques.The research results found that 1. Democratic citizenship of youth in Nakhon Pathom Province Overall, it is at a high level. (  =4.02), 2. Political socialization factors affect citizenship in a democracy. Together, together the Democratic citizenship of youth in Nakhon Pathom Province was 87.1%. Principles of Sappurisadhamma Together they can predict 87.3% of youth in Nakhon Pathom Province for democratic citizenship and 3. Application of Buddhist principles to promote democratic citizenship of youth in Nakhon Pathom Province. Promote democratic citizenship among youth in Nakhon Pathom Province Let citizens learn about society, know themselves, understand others, and accept living together. Do not ignore the rights of others and understand the actions of the state. Understand representatives or politicians and the political system in Thai society. Understand the objectives of national administration various governance systems in living together Create public consciousness Volunteer for the public Sacrifice sometimes.