Conservatism: core ideas and principles (Edexcel A-Level Politics): Quizzes
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What is pragmatism in conservatism?
What is pragmatism in conservatism?
Making decisions based on practical outcomes
Why do conservatives favour pragmatic policies regarding human nature?
Why do conservatives favour pragmatic policies regarding human nature?
Humans have limited reasoning capabilities
What guides pragmatic conservative decision-making?
What guides pragmatic conservative decision-making?
Wisdom of the past
How does pragmatism affect conservative governance?
How does pragmatism affect conservative governance?
State adapts to changing circumstances
How do traditional conservatives approach state changes pragmatically?
How do traditional conservatives approach state changes pragmatically?
Gradual changes respecting precedent
How do conservatives view society in relation to pragmatism?
How do conservatives view society in relation to pragmatism?
As an organic entity evolving over time
What type of social change do pragmatic conservatives support?
What type of social change do pragmatic conservatives support?
Gradual change based on past success
How do pragmatic conservatives approach economic policy?
How do pragmatic conservatives approach economic policy?
Balanced approach recognising benefits/flaws
When do pragmatic conservatives support state economic intervention?
When do pragmatic conservatives support state economic intervention?
When necessary to correct market failures
How did May and Johnson approach Brexit pragmatically?
How did May and Johnson approach Brexit pragmatically?
Responded to 2016 referendum result
What did David Cameron's government do pragmatically in 2010-2015?
What did David Cameron's government do pragmatically in 2010-2015?
Austerity measures with Universal Credit
What was the pragmatic aim of Universal Credit?
What was the pragmatic aim of Universal Credit?
Simplify benefits and incentivise work
How did Johnson's government respond pragmatically to COVID-19?
How did Johnson's government respond pragmatically to COVID-19?
Furlough scheme despite favouring limits