Who is known as Father of Realism?

Q. Who is known as Father of Realism?
Answer: Machiavelli
Notes: It is Machiavelli with whom a new age in political thinking begins that's why is known as the father of realism. He views politics as power and applied scientific and realistic approach to gain success for a state rather than utopian views.

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