Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Political Science

Chapter

Politics in India Since Independence: Politics of Planned Development

Question:

Who believe that free competition and a market economy alone ensure progress and that the government should not unnecessarily intervene in the economy?

Options:

The Leftist

The Rightist

Both Leftist and Rightist

Neither Leftist nor Rightist

Correct Answer:

The Rightist

Explanation:

Left often refers to those who are in favour of the poor, downtrodden sections and support government policies for the benefit of these sections.
They typically support policies such as government-run healthcare, progressive taxation, and strong labour laws.

The Right refers to those who believe that free competition and a market economy alone ensure progress and that the government should not unnecessarily intervene in the economy.
They typically support policies such as free market capitalism, low taxes, and minimal regulation.