Definition
The obligation of a citizen to participate in the life of a community and nation, including fulfilling responsibilities such as paying taxes for the maintenance of public services and collective goods.
Why it matters (in Poovi’s context)
The video contrasts the framing of tax as a ‘burden’ with the idea of tax as a ‘civic duty’, advocating for a re-framing that emphasizes collective responsibility and benefit.
Key properties or components
- Responsibility towards society
- Contribution to public services
- Maintenance of collective goods
- Participation in community welfare
Contradictions or debates
The common perception of tax as a ‘burden’ from which one seeks ‘relief’ conflicts with the idea of tax as a positive civic duty.