Question

The concept of the Welfare State grew by leaps and bounds in the 1960's. To what extent is it the government's responsibility to care for the people of the nation? Which elements of the Welfare State are the most important? Justify your response.

Answer 1

Answer:

Welfare state is the term that describes the state that, in addition to guaranteeing the safety of its citizens (which is the main function of every state), provides them with a series of basic benefits and services, such as education, health, and social security in case sickness or poverty and pensions, which are financed by public spending, with the money raised through taxes. In this way, a redistribution of wealth takes place through the services that this type of state provides its citizens with no required consideration. The extent of the welfare state varies from state to state, with some encompassing greater benefits than others, but it can be said that most industrialized countries are welfare states in one form or another, as all to a greater or lesser extent have as a goal not only to provide for the safety of its citizens, but also for their well-being.