Conservatism 0.0 / 5 ? Government & PoliticsConservatismA2/A-levelAQA Created by: elliecruiseCreated on: 12-06-19 20:10 What type of conservative was Robert Nozick? New Right 1 of 8 What was Nozick's view on human nature? Humans = egotistical: driven by quest for 'self-ownership' allowing them to realise their full potential 2 of 8 What was Nozick's view on the state? Minarchist state should just outsource, renew and reallocate contracts to private businesses providing public services 3 of 8 Nozick's view on society Geared to individual self-fulfilment. May lead to plethora of small communities reflecting diverse tastes 4 of 8 Nozick's view of the economy Minarchist state should detach itself from privatised and regulated economy, merely arbitrating disputes between private and economic organisation 5 of 8 What type of conservative was Thomas Hobbes? Traditional 6 of 8 What was Hobbes' view on human nature? Cynical; individuals = selfish, driven by restless and ruthless desire for supremacy and security 7 of 8 What was Hobbes' view on the state? Arises 'contractually' from individuals seeking order and security. To serve this, the state must be autocratic and awesome 8 of 8
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