Burke believes that a natural aristocracy cannot be separated from the state. It is, instead, an essential part of any body rightly constituted.
He argues that this class is formed because they have some characteristics that are valuable to the state, such as being accustomed to be in the public eye, being raised well by one's parents, having enough leisure time to be educated and to read, being used to commanding armies, caring about honour and duty, caring about one's reputation, maintaining a moral conduct and being instructed in law, justice, science or art.
These qualities are characteristics of a natural aristocracy and are necessary for the correct functioning of the state.
