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Which categories can Public Policy be classified into?
Which categories can Public Policy be classified into?
- Broad, Positive, Irrational
- Specific, Broad, Irrational
- General, Positive, Rational
- General, Narrow, Negative (correct)
Which of the following correctly defines Distributive Public Policy?
Which of the following correctly defines Distributive Public Policy?
- It is also known as 'Patronage Policy'. (correct)
- It is primarily concerned with environmental conservation.
- It includes policies aimed at regulating ownership.
- It is focused solely on economic reform.
Which statement about Public Policy is NOT correct?
Which statement about Public Policy is NOT correct?
- Public Policy can be classified as either general or specific.
- Public Policy can be either positive or negative.
- Public Policy can be both broad and narrow.
- Public Policy is strictly rational and cannot be irrational. (correct)
What aspect of Public Policy can determine its approach to implementation?
What aspect of Public Policy can determine its approach to implementation?
Which of the following pairs represents valid classifications of Public Policy?
Which of the following pairs represents valid classifications of Public Policy?
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Characteristics of Public Policy
Characteristics of Public Policy
Public policies can be categorized based on their scope and orientation. They can be general or specific, targeting a wide or narrow range of issues. Public policies can also be broad in scope, encompassing a wide range of aspects, or narrow, focusing on specific details. Moreover, they can be positive, aiming to create or promote something, or negative, aiming to restrict or prohibit something. Finally, public policies can be seen as rational, based on logical reasoning and evidence, or irrational, driven by emotional factors or biases.
Distributive Public Policy
Distributive Public Policy
Distributive public policy focuses on allocating resources or benefits to specific groups or individuals. It primarily aims to distribute societal wealth and resources in a structured and often regulated manner.
Patronage Policy
Patronage Policy
Distributive public policy can be influenced by political patronage, where favors and benefits are exchanged for support or loyalty.
Specific vs General Public Policy
Specific vs General Public Policy
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Broad vs Narrow Public Policy
Broad vs Narrow Public Policy
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Study Notes
Public Policy Statements
- Public policy may be general or specific
- Public policy may be broad or narrow
- Public policy may be positive or negative
- Public policy may be rational or irrational
Distributive Public Policy
- Also known as patronage policy
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