NL vs OL - Compare and contrast table in A Level and IB History

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Created on: 14-01-23 21:26

NL vs OL

Similarities

Stress self help
Freedom of speech and worship
Restricted government intervention
Able-bodied should work instead of rely on government help

Differences

OL = associated with Gladstone
OL = economic growth would solve social problems
NL = based on ideas of the ‘rainbow circle’
NL = government should provide safety net for most vulnerable
NL = economic growth alone would not solve social problems
NL = increased taxes
NL = aimed to solve social problems

Overall comparison

OL favours ‘Laissez-faire’ approach but NL stresses the need for increased government intervention. However, both show that too much government interference is negative for society and should be restricted to those in desperate need of it.

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