Farma, a historically Communist country that now has a democratic government, has a strong welfare state approach. Taxation rates ensure that the large incomes earned by the upper classes trickle down to the poorer masses.
Further, in order to protect its
citizens from uncertainties of the market, unemployment, health issues, and other
problems, the government runs a host of insurance programs. Which of the following
features of the eco-political setting of Farma would have a positive impact on its
welfare-driven approach?
A. inactive civil society
B. minimal state intervention
C. capitalist economy
D. strong organized labor presence
E. high capital mobility
Question 2
political party in Mariland, a tiny democracy in South Asia, bases its campaigns on expanding social welfare programs for all citizens. Which of the following conditions in Mariland would render the parties campaigns ineffective?
A. division of the population of Mariland into three major groups based on ethnicity
B. unequal distribution of wealth between the wealthy and poor sections of the
population
C. large number of uneducated people owing to unaffordable primary education
D. strong organized labor unions who play a major role in the governance of Mariland
E. presence of a predominantly rough terrain in Mariland
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