What did plato believe the role of philosophers was in the establishment of the ideal state?

each worker was capable of making decisions on his own and in the best interest of society.

kings were the only ones who could rule the state.

kings were the guardians of the people, and as such, should be obeyed without question.

through their studies, philosophers came to know the universal truth of what was good and best for the state.

philosophers were unnecessary because natural law would order society most efficiently, thus eliminating the need for a ruling class.