What is the core of Confucian political theory, which advocates ruling the country by virtue and self-cultivation?

The core of Confucian political theory is (benevolent governance), which advocates governing the country by virtue and self-governance.

Benevolence is a kind of Confucianism Confucianism, represented by Mencius, inherited and developed Confucius' "benevolence". It is one of the political ideals in Mencius' theory, such as "people-oriented", "benevolent government", "kingly way" and "theory of good nature".

The Confucian thought of "benevolent government" was regarded as the thought of rulers by many dynasties after its birth. This kind of thought mainly advocates the theory of "the people are wise to the monarch" and "human nature is good" In the study of contemporary philosophy, this thought is still advanced and contemporary.