One-Nation Conservatism

Cards (12)

  • One nation conservatism was an evolution of traditional conservatism after the industrial revolution
  • One nation conservatism is a paternalistic ideology
  • Supporters of one-nation conservatism believe that the rich have an obligation to look after the poorest and those who can’t take care of themselves
  • What type of economy do one-nation conservatives support?
    Keynesian mixed economy but if required the state can intervene
  • Who developed one nation conservatism?
    Benjamin Disraeli
  • Believe strong law and order needed to control society
  • What did one nation conservatives want to preserve?
    Tradition
  • They believe in the theory of noblesse oblige
  • What is noblesse oblige?

    A term meaning those of a higher social standing, i.e. the nobility, have a moral duty or ‘obligation’ to help those of a lower social standing who, through no fault of their own, have fallen on hard times or found themselves in a difficult situation.
  • They have faith in property and home ownership as a means to creating an ordered society
  • They believe in pragmatic, rather than ideological responses to issues
  • Disraeli’s ’one nation’ sentiments helped the Conservatives reach out to the working class