Within the Meno, Socrates is placed on a philosophical trial for what is thought to be his historical views and practices by Meno’s own character. For example, Meno questions Socrates on the ineffectiveness of his compulsion for discovery, and his persistence that definitions are essential before any other question is asked about it. Historical Socrates is known for his passion of inquiry which he believed was our duty, and within the Meno, Meno places him on trial for this belief. Questioning Socrates, and implying Socratic inquiry is not always beneficial and can even be counterproductive. Which may preclude to the execution of the historic Socrates himself. Meno also interrogates Socrates for always insinuating definitions are necessary
