Sociology: Social policies (Unit 2)

Question 1

What is a functionalist’s view on social policies?

Answer 1

They believe that it benefits society as it helps families to function more effectively. (WBT and socialism), Also see the state as acting in the interests of society.

Question 2

What is the New right’s view on social policies?

Answer 2

They strongly dislike it as they believe it “undermines” the nuclear family. Also don’t like it due to the dependency culture and underclass. (Divorce reform act 1969)- A02

Question 3

What is a Liberal feminist’s view on social policies?

Answer 3

Argue that the changes such as the equal pay act and increasingly generous maternity leave and pay are sufficient to bring about gender equality. Sommerville also said that pragmatism is the way forward. (Equal pay act 1970)- A02

Question 4

What is a Radical feminist’s view on social policies?

Answer 4

A radical feminist would not like it as it only benefits the man, reinforces gender roles and it is still patriarchal. -

Question 5

What is social liberalism?

Answer 5

Viewed as harmonious with the freedom of the individual

Question 6

What is the new rights view on social liberalism?