The Carvaka Philosophy Influence to Thai Society

Abstract

This academic paper aims to present the concepts of Carvaka philosophy that have influence Thai society. Carvaka philosophy emphasizes the pursuit of happiness in the present through eating, drinking, and having sex to satisfy bodily pleasures regardless of moral principles. Thai society is influenced by this concept, such as the concept of capitalism, consumerism, and the concept of hedonism. Therefore, it focuses on material development rather than mental development.