OpenSAT

Question #N97

The debate about the meaning and purpose of art has been ongoing for centuries, but it is not a new one. Plato argued that art was a mere imitation of reality, and Aristotle countered that art could be a powerful tool for understanding the human condition. These two opposing perspectives have shaped the way art is discussed and interpreted ever since. In the twenty-first century, the debate has taken on new urgency and complexity, as artists have experimented with increasingly innovative forms of expression.