Question

Which of the following statements correctly captures the ideas/assumptions of classical liberalism?

a. Individuals are the best judges of their own affairs.
b. We need to have an active government in order to provide individuals’ need.
c. What governments have to focus on is to protect individual freedom of speech.
d. The government is best when it does the least.

Answer 1

B

Step-by-step explanation:

Classical liberalism supports the notion of economic freedom.

Classical liberals believe that it is of best interests that government provides individuals' needs to protect the civil liberties of citizens.

Answer 2

The answer is b): We need to have an active government in order to provide individuals’ need.

Step-by-step explanation:

The main assumption behind classical liberalism is that the government has to ensure every citizen is not cut off from lawful civil liberties (freedom of expression, freedom of speech, freedom of religion, freedom of assembly, the right to privacy and security, etc.) which should be geared towards providing their needs in a free economy void of too much interference from government. The main emphasis of classical liberalism is to advocate for civil liberties that can help every citizen achieve economic freedom and self-satisfaction.