Political Science · Political Theory
Which term is Not related to Classical Liberalism?
- 1. Individualism
- 2. Welfarism
- 3. Natural Rights
- 4. Liberty over equality
- 5. Deliberative Democracy
- 6. State as unnecessary evil
- 7. Private property
- 8. Constitutional Government
A2 and 5
BOnly 2
C2 and 6
D2, 5 and 6 ✓ Correct
Correct answer: (D) 2, 5 and 6 — Welfarism, deliberative democracy and the idea of the state as an unnecessary evil all fall outside classical liberalism, so the answer is 2, 5 and 6.
Explanation
★Welfarism, deliberative democracy and the idea of the state as an unnecessary evil all fall outside classical liberalism, so the answer is 2, 5 and 6.
★Welfarism belongs to modern or positive liberalism, which accepts an active welfare state.
★Classical liberalism instead favours a limited state and self reliance, not state provided welfare.
★Deliberative democracy is a modern concept, while classical liberals preferred representative constitutional government.
★The state as an unnecessary evil is an anarchist idea, whereas classical liberals see the state as a necessary evil.
★Individualism, natural rights, liberty over equality and private property are genuine classical liberal themes.
★Constitutional and limited government is also central to the classical liberal outlook.
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