theorist known for his advocacy in the British  House of Commons. Often called the "father of  

modern conservatism", he supported the American  Revolutionaries but opposed the French Revolution.  

In his seminal "Reflections on the Revolution  in France", he predicted the descent of the  

revolution into terror. Burke championed the  preservation of traditions and institutions and  

preferred gradual change over radical reforms. He  emphasized the importance of empathy in political  

decisions and was critical of abstract radicalism.  Some believe his views on politics were rooted in  

historical experience rather than ideologies.  Additionally, he criticized the British East  

India Company's rule in India, spotlighting  abuses under Warren Hastings. Burke's writings  

have profoundly influenced political  theory and remain pivotal today.