Social standard theorists believe that the purpose of education is to train the educated into citizens who conform to social norms, socialize the educated and ensure the stability and continuity of social life; In their view, social value is higher than personal value, and the existence and development of individuals depend on and belong to society. The value of education can only be measured by its benefits to society.

The representatives of this theory are Xunzi, Plato, Durkheim, Natop, Kerschensteiner, Bale and Comte.

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No matter from its social premise, the difference between economic law and other traditional departmental laws, or the relationship between this principle and other legal principles of economic law, it is historical necessity to regard "social standard" as the legal principle of economic law. It not only reflects the fundamental requirements of the adjustment scope of economic law, but also embodies the essential characteristics of economic law and dominates the basic system of economic law.

At the same time, it also provides the behavior direction and mode of economic law, makes up for legislative omissions, and makes it normative, practical and operable. Therefore, the social standard principle of economic law is the basic principle unique to economy.

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