what do philosophers know that makes them the only class qualified to rule in Kallipolis

How can political philosophy help us to achieve a balance between liberty and equality?

How has contemporary philosophical thinking been affected by Eastern metaphysical influences and other examples of the global integration of cultures? Cite at least one example and explain its effects on contemporary philosophical thinking.

Describe how the global integration of cultures, including Eastern metaphysical influences, has affected contemporary philosophical thinking. Cite at least one example and explain its effects on contemporary philosophical thinking.