Philosophical analysis of non-rational methods of cognition and their role in the performance of employees law enforcement
The article deals with the problem of non-rational methods of cognition. The main results of the analytical work carried out on the problem under study are presented. The scientific works of scientists-philosophers of various epochs are analyzed, on the basis of which the actual scientific understanding of extra-rational cognition is justified. The authors state that the main non-rational methods of cognition are insight, intuition and anticipation. The problem of extra-rational methods of cognition in the operational and service activities of employees of internal affairs bodies is considered. Based on previous research and their own conclusions, the authors note that extra-rational methods of cognition, in particular intuition, are relevant in extreme situations or in situations of uncertainty of search guidelines. An intuitive mechanism of decision-making by a police officer is schematically presented. The presented main provisions and conclusions will serve as a theoretical basis for further scientific research of a complex and interdisciplinary problem-non-rational knowledge of the truth.