Roles and Political Thoughts of Mr. Meechai Reuchupan

Abstract

The objectives of this research were 1) to study social learning, 2) to the role of the political elite, and 3) the rational selection of Mr. Meechai Ruchuphan in various provisions in the constitution using means of document research. And in-depth interviews by analyzing the content and interpreting the meaning to summarize the results according to the objectives of the research.

The results showed that 1) Social experiences caused Mr. Meechai's social learning. As a result, Mr. Meechai was determined to study family institution academy and colleagues. 2) The behavior of Mr. Meechai to develop his identity. Success in life is born of unique skills and expertise. Mr. Meechai is not an elite group in society. With his potential, competence, and expertise in law, the elites in society support and encourage Mr. Meechai to work in politics until he accepts political positions. As a result, Mr. Meechai became an elite in society. Mr. Meechai participated in the drafting of 7 constitutions. Political ideas and rational selection decisions of Mr. Meechai in legislation in the constitution differ according to the political and social context. 3) Reasonable decision-making process. As a result, Mr. Meechai had to go through the process of considering each alternative. However, the factor for rational selection depends on the belief factor and desire. The limitations of Mr. Meechai's choices include orders of the powerful and laying out a framework, rules, and regulations for the constitutional drafters to follow Social and political problems, including the needs or the wishes of Mr. Meechai. Therefore, it is a limitation that Mr. Meechai must consider to make the best choice and bring benefits to the most significant number of people.