family (family and social policy)

Question 1

Ronald Fletcher (Functionalist)

March of Progress View

Answer 1

AO1: Welfare state helps families perform functions better.

AO2: NHS supports family’s health role.

AO3: Ignores unequal benefits for different family members.

Question 2

Brenda Almond (New Right)

Undermining the Family

Answer 2

AO1: Divorce laws, civil partnerships, and benefits weaken the nuclear family.

AO2: Leads to instability and social problems.

AO3: Feminists argue these policies support freedom, not decline.

Question 3

Charles Murray (New Right)

Dependency Culture

Answer 3

AO1: Welfare encourages irresponsible behaviour and lone parenthood.

AO2: Results in fatherlessness and dependency.

AO3: Critics argue benefits are not generous and poverty is structural.

Question 4

Hilary Land (Feminist)

Gender Bias in Policies

Answer 4

AO1: Policies often assume a patriarchal family norm.

AO2: For example, maternity leave reinforces gender roles.

AO3: Ignores policies that promote gender equality.