Political ideologies and policies

Ideology

A system of ideas and ideals, especially one which forms the basis of economic or political theory and policy

Socialism

A political and economic philosophy of social organisation that promotes community ownership or control over the means of production, distribution, and exchange try’s to distribute wealth fairly

Liberalism

A political theory that views the primary issue in politics as defending and advancing individual freedom.

Conservatism

Commitment to traditional values and ideas with opposition to change or innovation. It is a political philosophy which believes that if changes need to be made to society, they should be made gradually

Communism

An ideology of economic equality through the elimination of private property

Absolutism

In Absolute Monarchy, the ultimate authority in a state was held by a king who claimed divine right.

colonialism

The act of gaining complete or partial political authority over another nation, settling there, and then using that nation for economic gain.