citizenship theme B: Major political parties Flashcards
Define communism.
A system in which all resources in a nation are owned by the state and is shared amongst all the people.
Define socialism.
A system of common ownership, offering more equality in society, and robust welfare for those in need.
Define liberalism.
Belief in individual rights and less government interference. Laws should only be passed to improve society.
Define conservatism.
Belief in tradition, family values and authority. Advocates of private ownership and free enterprise.
Define fascism
An authoritarian and nationalistic system, typically run by a dictator using force.
What are key features of the labour party?
1) Formed to represent the working classes.
2) Responsible for implementing the welfare state NHS.
What are key principles of the liberal democrats?
Formed to represent middle ground between labour and conservatives.
What are the key principles of the conservative party?
Formed with main principles to protect British culture and traditions, promoting private ownership and enterprise.
What are Labour policies on education?
Wants to create a national education service that provides free education.
What are liberal democrats policies on education?
Reinstate university grants for the poorest students.
What are the conservatives party policies on education?
Create more selective schools to improve standards.
What are labours policies on health?
Increase tax bill of top earners to fund NHS.
What are liberal democrats policies on health?
Tax everyone more to fund the NHS.
What are conservatives policies on health?
Real terms increase in NHS spending.
What are labours economic policies?
Reinstate public ownership of sectors like the railways. Increase taxation of the richest.
