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Conservatism
Politics · Year 12 · Core Political Ideas · 3.º Período

Conservatism

An introduction to the core principles of conservatism, including tradition, human imperfection, and organic society. Students will differentiate between traditional, one-nation, and New Right conservatism.

National Curriculum Attainment TargetsA-Level Politics: Core Political Ideas 1.1 - Core ideas and principles of conservatismA-Level Politics: Core Political Ideas 1.2 - Differing views and tensions within conservatism

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An introduction to the core principles of conservatism, including tradition, human imperfection, and organic society. Students will differentiate between traditional, one-nation, and New Right conservatism.

Key Questions

  1. Why do conservatives value tradition and pragmatism?
  2. What are the key differences between one-nation and New Right conservatism?
  3. How do conservative thinkers view human nature?