Conservative Party

Question 1

1. Originated in the late …
2. As..

Answer 1

1. 17th century
2. Tory party, an aristocratic group.

Question 2

1. What is 1NC
2. When did it evolve

Answer 2

1. Bridge gap between classes ; paternalistic policy- UC act benevolently towards disadvantaged in return for acceptance for right to rule.
2. Under Benjamin Disraeli who was concerned of growing divide between rich and poor during Industrial Revolution.

Question 3

1NC main policies

Answer 3

-noblesse oblige (UC have duty to help LC)
-preserve tradition.

Question 4

Atlees gov main policies

Answer 4

Welfare state
NHS
Gov action for high employment.

Question 5

1NC support…

Answer 5

Traditional institutions (church) and the enduring rules of British society.
Gradually improve what already exists.
Pragmatic approach compared to thatchers dogmatic and assertive
Institutions must be preserved

Question 6

Thatcherism main concepts

Answer 6

Reduced trade unions powers
Privatisation
Few taxes
Welfare state smaller by cutting benefits
Free market economy

Question 7

Removal of Thatcher and replacement of Major emphasise 1NC approach

Answer 7

E- Thatcher implemented the Poll Tax 1990 which was unpopular. Criticised for being unfair and aggressive, disproportionately impacting the poor by charging individuals same amount regardless of income.
Mass protests + riots breakdown in social unity , something different from 1NC which emphasises social cohesion .
A- major aimed to reduce inequality and restore trust in Gov.
L- pragmatic style of leadership, away form thatchers divisive policies . More close with 1 nation ideal to govern for all social classes.