FAQ About Karl Popper

Karl Popper was an Austrian-British philosopher widely recognized for his contributions to the philosophy of science and political philosophy. Born in 1902 in Vienna, Popper became a prominent figure in the 20th century, best known for his advocacy of the principle of falsifiability as a demarcation criterion to distinguish science from non-science. He also made significant contributions to political theory, specifically critiquing totalitarianism and advocating for the open society.