Internal differences

Question 1

Revolutionary socialism

Answer 1

Socialism can only be brought about by the overthrowal of existing political and societal structures.

Question 2

Evolutionary socialism

Answer 2

Socialism can be brought about gradually using the existing system; e.g. a political mandate can allow changes such as nationalisation.

Question 3

Marxism

Answer 3

Theory developed by Marx and Engels which emphasises the transition from socialism to the final goal of communism where there is no state and no class.

Question 4

Revisionism

Answer 4

Modifying previous socialist ideologies in a way that transforms them to being more practical in modern society.

Question 5

Social democracy

Answer 5

Emphasis on a mixed economy under a capitalist state, social democrats believe capitalism brings about the necessary profits for social justice.

Question 6

Third way

Answer 6

Middle-ground where capitalism is bolstered to make profits for a welfare state.

Question 7

Democratic socialism

Answer 7

This argues for socialism to be achieved through either evolutionary or revolutionary means, however when it is achieved it must immediately be centred around democracy.