Question

From the following statements given below:
• [A.] The Libertarian places equality at the highest place in matter of justice.
• [B.] The Hedonist looks for individual happiness for the greatest good of the greatest number.
• [C.] The Authoritarian considers leadership as the principle of highest value.
• [D.] The Conservatives respect the temple of traditional institutions and wants them to remain unchanged. Choose the correct option:

• A. A, B and D only
• B. B, C and D only
• C. A, C and D only
• D. A, B and C only

Hint:

Remember the key ideas of these political ideologies: \[ \boxed{ \begin{aligned} \text{Libertarianism} &\rightarrow \text{Liberty}, \text{Hedonism/Utilitarianism} &\rightarrow \text{Greatest happiness}, \text{Authoritarianism} &\rightarrow \text{Strong authority}, \text{Conservatism} &\rightarrow \text{Tradition and established institutions}. \end{aligned} } \] Mnemonic: \[ \boxed{\text{Liberty} \rightarrow \text{Happiness} \rightarrow \text{Authority} \rightarrow \text{Tradition}} \]

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Concept: Different political ideologies emphasize different values regarding justice, authority, happiness, and social order.
• Libertarianism emphasizes individual liberty and minimal state intervention, not equality.
• Hedonism/Utilitarianism seeks the greatest happiness of the greatest number.
• Authoritarianism values strong leadership, authority, and obedience.
• Conservatism emphasizes the preservation of traditions, customs, and established institutions.

Step 1: Examine each statement.
• Statement A is incorrect. Libertarians place the highest importance on individual liberty, not equality.
• Statement B is correct. Hedonism/Utilitarianism aims at maximizing happiness for the greatest number.
• Statement C is correct. Authoritarianism supports strong leadership and centralized authority.
• Statement D is correct. Conservatives favour preserving traditional institutions and social order.

Step 2: Identify the correct combination of statements. The correct statements are \[ \boxed{\text{B, C and D only}} \] Hence, \[ \boxed{\text{(B) B, C and D only}} \]